Cover of Benjamin Franklin, founding father and inventor

Benjamin Franklin, founding father and inventor

by Leila Merrell Foster

Historical American Biographies

Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the remarkable journey of Benjamin Franklin, a brilliant inventor and key figure in America's fight for independence. From his groundbreaking experiments with electricity to his clever writings and diplomatic efforts, his story is full of curiosity and courage. Young readers will be inspired by how one man's ideas helped shape a nation.

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0894907840
Pages
128
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Published
1997
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
18,754

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 -- Juvenile literature.Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790.Statesmen -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Inventors -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Scientists -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Printers -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Statesmen.Printers.Scientists.