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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1976 · Est. 56 min read
What's the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?
By Jean Fritz, Margot Tomes (Illustrator)
Discover Ben Franklin's inventive spirit and diverse pursuits in this lively historical tale.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,209 ratings
48 pages· 4,956 words· Est. 56 min read
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Bookroo's summary
Explore the fascinating life of Ben Franklin, a man of endless curiosity and innovation. From inventing a remote-control lock to serving as an ambassador, Franklin's adventures are as varied as they are intriguing. How did he balance his roles as a politician, printer, and inventor? Dive into this engaging tale to uncover the secrets behind his many pursuits and the whimsical inventions that marked his journey. What drove this remarkable figure to constantly seek new ideas and challenges? Find out in this lively historical narrative.
From the publisher
A fun historic tale by Newbery Honor-winning author, Jean Fritz! No matter how busy he was, Ben Franklin always found time to try out new ideas: a remote-control lock (so he could lock his door without getting out of bed), a rocking chair with a fan over it (to keep flies away), and a windmill (to turn his roast meat on its spit). Aside from being a mad of ideas, he was an ambassador to England, a printer, an almanac maker, a politician, and even a vegetarian (for a time, anyway). “This biography is distinguished by its humanizing detail [and] amusing tone.” - School Library Journal
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 48
- Words
- 4,956
- Reading age
- 7–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 830L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.5
- F&P level
- ~T
- Scholastic level
- O
- AR points
- 1
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 5445
Publication
- Published
- May 7, 1996
- First published
- January 1, 1976
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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