Ben Franklin Thinks Big

by Sheila Keenan (Author) Gustavo Mazali (Illustrator)

Ben Franklin Thinks Big
The life of Ben Franklin, a key leader in the founding of the United States, is introduced in this early reader biography.Ben Franklin was a famous inventor, statesman, and writer who helped the thirteen colonies become the United States. From inventing the lightning rod to helping write the Declaration of Independence, his big ideas had a lasting impact on American history. Beginning readers will learn about the milestones in Ben Franklin's life in this Level Two I Can Read biography. This biography includes bonus materials, complete with a timeline and historical illustrations, including Franklin's electrical machine invention and his leaf print money that couldn't be counterfeited.Ben Franklin Thinks Big is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
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Nicely composed and beautifully lit, Mazali's illustrations are infused with warmth and life. An attractive introduction to Franklin for young readers.—Booklist
Sheila Keenan
Sheila Keenan is an established author of fiction and nonfiction for young people. Her books include the Eisner-nominated graphic novel Dogs of War, the picture book As the Crow Flies, I Spy The Illuminati Eye, and O, Say Can You See? America's Symbols, Landmarks and Inspiring Words, among other selected titles. She lives in New York City. Visit her at www.sheilakeenan.com
Classification
Non-fiction
ISBN-13
9780062432643
Lexile Measure
-
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
HarperCollins
Publication date
November 20, 2018
Series
I Can Read! Level 2: Reading With Help
BISAC categories
JNF007020 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Historical
JNF007070 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Political
JNF025190 - Juvenile Nonfiction | History | United States/Colonial & Revolutionary
JNF045000 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Readers | Beginner
Library of Congress categories
United States
Scientists
Inventors
Franklin, Benjamin
Statesmen
Printers

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