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OverviewAmazing 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. Amazing Ben Franklin Inventions 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Carmella Van VleetPublisher: Nomad Press Imprint: Nomad Press ISBN: 9780979226892ISBN 10: 0979226899 Pages: 128 Publication Date: 01 September 2007 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Electronic book text Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsTable of Contents:IntroductionSwim PaddlesPennsylvania FireplaceArmonicaBifocals, the Long Arm and the Library Company of PhiladelphiaPrinting PressPaper MoneyPoor Richard's AlmanacThe Gulf Stream MapElectricity and the Lightning RodThe Union Fire Company and the Pennsylvania HospitalThe University of Pennsylvania, Street Improvements and Day Light Savings TimePostal ServiceThe Declaration of IndependenceThe Constitution of the United States and the Treaty of AllianceReviewsThis book goes far beyond the usual kites and invisible ink common to most books about Franklin. Instructions for making your own watermark paper, thermometers, solar ovens, and even baked apples are included. This book is an excellent source for science experiments, arts and crafts, historical exercises, and just plain fun! Children's Literature Author InformationCarmella Van Vleet: Carmella Van Vleet is a former teacher and the author of Amazing Arctic & Antarctic Projects You Can Build Yourself, Seven Wonders, Explore Ancient Greece!, Explore Ancient Egypt!, Explore Ancient Rome, How to Avoid School Snafus, Writing Club, and Writing Club II. She lives in Lewis Center, Ohio. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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