The inventions and inspiration of Benjamin Franklin and how they've stood the test of time
What would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you'd set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight savings time, and invented bifocals-all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book, Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin's genius to life, deepening our appreciation for one of the most influential figures in American history.
Now&Ben is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
The inventions and inspiration of Benjamin Franklin and how they've stood the test of time
What would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you'd set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight savings time, and invented bifocals-all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book, Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin's genius to life, deepening our appreciation for one of the most influential figures in American history.
Now&Ben is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Now and Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781429917315 |
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Publisher: | Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) |
Publication date: | 03/07/2006 |
Sold by: | Macmillan |
Format: | eBook |
Pages: | 36 |
File size: | 24 MB |
Note: | This product may take a few minutes to download. |
Age Range: | 5 - 9 Years |