Benjamin Franklin
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Benjamin Franklin

Written by Marion Dane Bauer · Illustrated by Anthony Lewis

Part of the My First Biography series

Discover how curiosity shaped a founding father's legacy.

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32 pages· 279 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 790L
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Bookroo's summary

Meet Benjamin Franklin, a man whose insatiable curiosity transformed him into a printer, inventor, and statesman. Journey through his life as he explores diverse interests, ultimately helping to shape a nation. What drove his endless quest for knowledge, and how did it lead to his pivotal role in history? This engaging tale invites young readers to explore the world with wonder, just as Franklin did.

From the publisher

Bringing the biggest life stories to the smallest readers! Benjamin Franklin was curious about the world around him. He had wide and varied interests that led him to become a printer, a writer, an inventor, a statesman, and eventually one of the fathers of our nation. With simple, lyrical text and bold, kid-friendly illustrations, this book introduces Benjamin Franklin to the youngest readers and inspires them to learn about the world.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
279
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
790L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
145233
Publication
Published
August 1, 2011
Publisher
Scholastic Nonfiction
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780545232562

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