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.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
"The extraordinary sense of Franklin as a severely temporally displaced person gives [this book] its power to delight . . . charming illustrations."--"The New York Times Book Review"
"A clever, concise introduction to the contributions of this colorful colonial figure . . . sure to inspire readers to learn more about its fascinating subject."--"School Library Journal"
"Barretta leads readers from what they do know to what they probably don't . . . Read this one aloud."--"The Horn Book Magazine"
"With its breezy format and succinct text, the book delivers facts in an assuredly kid-friendly style."-- "Publishers Weekly"
"A punchy read-aloud to lighten up American history units."--"Booklist"
The extraordinary sense of Franklin as a severely temporally displaced person gives [this book] its power to delight . . . charming illustrations. "The New York Times Book Review"
A clever, concise introduction to the contributions of this colorful colonial figure . . . sure to inspire readers to learn more about its fascinating subject. "School Library Journal"
Barretta leads readers from what they do know to what they probably don't . . . Read this one aloud. "The Horn Book Magazine"
With its breezy format and succinct text, the book delivers facts in an assuredly kid-friendly style. "Publishers Weekly"
A punchy read-aloud to lighten up American history units. "Booklist""
The extraordinary sense of Franklin as a severely temporally displaced person gives [this book] its power to delight . . . charming illustrations. The New York Times Book Review
A clever, concise introduction to the contributions of this colorful colonial figure . . . sure to inspire readers to learn more about its fascinating subject. School Library Journal
Barretta leads readers from what they do know to what they probably don't . . . Read this one aloud. The Horn Book Magazine
With its breezy format and succinct text, the book delivers facts in an assuredly kid-friendly style. Publishers Weekly
A punchy read-aloud to lighten up American history units. Booklist
""The extraordinary sense of Franklin as a severely temporally displaced person gives [this book] its power to delight . . . charming illustrations." --The New York Times Book Review
"A clever, concise introduction to the contributions of this colorful colonial figure . . . sure to inspire readers to learn more about its fascinating subject." --School Library Journal
"Barretta leads readers from what they do know to what they probably don't . . . Read this one aloud." --The Horn Book Magazine
"With its breezy format and succinct text, the book delivers facts in an assuredly kid-friendly style." --Publishers Weekly
"A punchy read-aloud to lighten up American history units." --Booklist
Gene Barretta is the author and illustrator of Neo Leo: The Ageless Ideas of Leonardo da Vinci, and Dear Deer, which was a Notable Children's Book in the Language Arts and listed on the Parenting Magazine Mom-Tested Books of the Year List. He holds a B.F.A. in Film Studies from New York University, and has worked for many years in film and television production. He lives in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, with his wife and son.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Acceptable. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00038864527
Quantity: 2 available
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00054015298
Quantity: 3 available
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # L09E-02017
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). First Edition. Ship within 24hrs. Satisfaction 100% guaranteed. APO/FPO addresses supported. Seller Inventory # 0805079173-11-1
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.95. Seller Inventory # G0805079173I3N10
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.95. Seller Inventory # G0805079173I4N10
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.95. Seller Inventory # G0805079173I3N10
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.95. Seller Inventory # G0805079173I3N10
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.95. Seller Inventory # G0805079173I5N00
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Barretta, Gene (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.95. Seller Inventory # G0805079173I4N00
Quantity: 1 available