Barretta Gene - Now & Ben The Modern Inventions Of Benjamin Franklin - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: The inventions and inspiration of Benjamin Franklin and how they've stood the test of time What would you do if you lived in a community without a library hospital post office or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin you'd set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod suggested the idea of daylight savings time and invented bifocals - all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin's genius to life deepening our appreciation for one of the most influential figures in American history. Now & Ben is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Title: Now & Ben The Modern Inventions Of Benjamin Franklin
Author(s): Barretta Gene, Gene Barretta
Publisher: Square Fish
Barcode: 9780312535698
Pages: 40 Pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 12/23/2008
Category: Science & Technology: General Interest (Children's / Teenage)