A Picture Book of Benjamin Franklin

A Picture Book of Benjamin Franklin
Author: David A. Adler
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2018-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1430130385

"This read-along shows how Ben Franklin, one of 17 children in a poor family in Colonial Massachusetts, became one of our greatest statesmen and inventors. This straightforward biography is embellished with soft background music and sound effects that are picked up from the details in the lively, quaint illustrations in the accompanying book." -AudioFile

Electric Ben

Electric Ben
Author: Robert Byrd
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2012-09-13
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0803737491

Electric Ben is now a 2013 Boston Globe-Horn Book Nonfiction Book Award Winner, a Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book, a Horn Fanfare Book, and a Robert F. Sibert Honor book! “a true standout…bright, witty, informative and cleverly organized as the man himself.” – The New York Times A true Renaissance man, Benjamin Franklin was the first American celebrity. In pictures and text, master artist Robert Byrd documents Franklin's numerous and diverse accomplishments, from framing the Constitution to creating bifocals. The witty, wise, and endlessly curious Franklin is the perfect subject for Byrd's lively style and vibrant art. The pages pulse with facts, quotes, and captions, while the inventive design and intricately detailed illustrations make a striking tribute to the brilliant American.

A Picture Book of George Washington

A Picture Book of George Washington
Author: David A. Adler
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2018-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1430130423

"A lively fife and drum playing Yankee-Doodle-Dandy welcome the listener...A narrative tone that is sincere and respectful and a slow, even pace afford the young listener time to absorb facts." - AudioFile Magazine

Benjamin Franklin: Scientist and Inventor

Benjamin Franklin: Scientist and Inventor
Author: Eve B Feldman
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
Total Pages: 69
Release: 2014-06-30
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1623341442

Benjamin Franklin: Scientist, Inventor, Printer, and Statesman describes one of America's leading figures during the American Revolution, discussing his many roles and influences throughout history. After moving to Philadelphia at age 17, Franklin began his journey ʺwithout the least Recommendation to or Knowledge of any Person in the Place, and with very little Money in [his] Pocket.ʺ Soon after, Franklin became one of the most dynamic men of the American colonies, publishing Poor Richard's Almanac as well as several other publications.

How Ben Franklin Stole the Lightning

How Ben Franklin Stole the Lightning
Author: Rosalyn Schanzer
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2002-12-24
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0688169937

Ben Franklin was the most famous American in the entire world during colonial times. No wonder! After all, the man could do just about anything. Why, he was an author and an athlete and a patriot and a scientist and an inventor to boot. He even found a way to steal the lightning right out of the sky. Is such a thing possible? Is it. Take a look inside and find Ben busy at work on every spread. Then find out how he used his discovery about lightning to make people's lives safer. In an inventive way, Rosalyn Schanzer brings us a brilliant and ever-curious American original.

Ben Franklin and the Magic Squares

Ben Franklin and the Magic Squares
Author: Frank Murphy
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2013-05-29
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0385374615

A funny, entertaining introduction to Ben Franklin and his many inventions, including the story of how he created the "magic square." A magic square is a box of nine numbers arranged so that any line of three numbers adds up to the same number, including on the diagonal! Teachers and kids will love finding out about this popular teaching tool that is still used in elementary schools today!

The Remarkable Benjamin Franklin

The Remarkable Benjamin Franklin
Author:
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2008-09-23
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781426302978

Learn about this most amazing American.

Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin
Author: Emma E. Haldy
Publisher: My Early Library: My Itty-Bitt
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781634705981

A simple biography about Benjamin Franklin.

Now & Ben

Now & Ben
Author: Gene Barretta
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2006-03-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1429917318

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.

A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman

A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman
Author: David A. Adler
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2018-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 143013044X

"Gail Nelson is an unobtrusive narrator who lets Harriet Tubman's deeds and personality speak for themselves. And speak they do!" - AudioFile