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Benjamin Franklin - Inventor - Writer - Founding Father: History Kids Series

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This title is a part of the series History Kids Series


Catalogue Number:  WE0148
Producer:  Wonderscape Entertainment
Producers:  Yonis, Jeff; Gallo, Fred
Directors:  Yonis, Jeff
Producing Agencies:  Wonderscape Entertainment, LLC
Subject:  Biography, History, Science, Social Studies
Language:  English
Grade Level:  PreK - 2, 6 - 8
Country Of Origin:  United States
Copyright Year:  2016
Running Time:  27:42


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Learn all about Benjamin Franklin's life as a printer, writer, scientist, inventor and Founding Father.   From discovering electricity to helping shape our country, Franklin has had a major impact on our technology and our government.  Students will come to understand why Franklin is referred to as "the man who snatched the lightning from the sky and the sceptre from tyrants."  On-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment reinforce important concepts and make learning fun.


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