1706-1790

Through simple but engaging narrative, illustrated text leads readers through Benjamin Franklin's childhood, his diverse interests and accomplishments, and the role he played in the American Revolution and creation of an independent nation.

A collection of fifty quotes by statesman, scientist, and businessman Benjamin Franklin.

Text and illustrations explore the early life, career, and talents of invetor Benjamin Franklin, most known for his advances in electricity.

Examines the American economy in the early twenty-first century from the posthumous perspective of Benjamin Franklin, discussing the national deficit, the issues that plague Congress, the American public in general, and other related topics.

Benjamin Franklin teaches Fiona and Finley about inventing.

Discusses the life of the multi-talented American who was a scientist and an inventor, a writer and a printer, as well as playing an influential role in the early history of the United States.

Relates the story of Benjamin Franklin's involvement in the early development of the scientific method during a visit to France during the American Revolution to drum up support for the colonists. When asked to determine if the invisible force that Dr. Franz Anton Mesmer claimed he was using to cure patients was genuine, Franklin devised a series of tests that provided the answer in clear results.

A mouse relates his role in the achievements of Benjamin Franklin. It's Amos who holds the kite together, uncovers the spiciest news for the Philadelphia Gazette, and ghostwrites the Declaration of Independence.

Chronicles the life and times of Benjamin Franklin from his early years in Boston to the first years of the United States, discussing his accomplishments as a printer, writer, statesman, scientist, and humanitarian.