franklin, benjamin

Focuses on Benjamin Franklin's role as an inventor of whimsical gadgets and practical contraptions, with an emphasis on his experiment of flying a kite during a rainstorm.

A brief biography of the young Philadelphia printer who grew up to become a world-renowned author, diplomat, scientist, and inventor, and one of the founding fathers of the United States.

Benjamin Franklin's companion, Amos the mouse, recounts how he was responsible for Franklin's inventions and discoveries.

Amos, a poor church mouse, goes out into the world to make his living, and establishes himself in Ben Franklin's old fur hat. Amos makes himself very important to Ben with his advice and information.

A biography of the American who became known for his work as a printer, author, inventor, and statesman.

When Benjamin Franklin is mysteriously awakened after two hundred years, he and his two friends find themselves involved in an investigation of the Right brothers' suspicious offer to fix all of the bikes in Philadelphia and also try to determine why there are vampires stalking its streets. Includes illustrations and discussion questions.

A biography of Benjamin Franklin which ephasizes his many talents as a printer, writer, scientist, inventor, and statesman.

A brief biography that highlights some of the achievements of one of the most famous men from the early years of the United States.

Presents fun activities and biographical information on inventor and statesman, Benjamin Franklin, with step-by-step instructions to over twenty-four hands-on projects.

Statesman Benjamin Franklin recalls his life, from his youth as a rebellious runaway apprentice, to successful leader, printer and journalist, social and political reformer, scientist, and philosopher.