Amazing Ben Franklin Inventions You Can Build YourselfCarmella Van Vleet, Illustrated by Shawn Braley Amazing Ben Franklin Inventions You Can Build Yourself introduces readers ages 9 and up to the life and times of one of America's greatest thinkers with over 25 hands-on building projects and activities. From his groundbreaking scientific discoveries and inventions to his career as a writer, printer, and politician, Amazing Ben Franklin Inventions gives young readers a comprehensive look at the man who gave us the lightning rod, the armonica, bifocals, the post office, the first public library, Poor Richard's Almanac, and so much more. This provides detailed step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and templates for creating each project. Historical facts and anecdotes, biographies, and fascinating trivia support the fun projects and teach readers about the courage, creativity, and determination of Ben Franklin and a young America coming into its own.
- ISBN10 1105703606
- ISBN13 9781105703607
- Publish Date 26 April 2012 (first published 1 January 2007)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Lulu.com
- Format eBook
- Language English