Ben Franklin
Lesson Plans | Primary
Sources | Timeline | Quotes
Lesson Plans:
Ben
Franklin Timeline- Students will understand the contributions
of individuals from various backgrounds who have influenced the history
of the United States.
and the characteristics of leadership.
Ben Franklin Lesson Plan - Students will know that Ben Franklin
is known, among other things, for his wit and wisdom. he published
an almanac annually for 25 years and he scattered proverbs (or aphorisms),
short sayings that spoke the truth, throughout the almanac.
Benjamin Franklin and Life - This lesson will introduce the contributions
made by Benjamin Franklin to the United States, both in the past and
now. His book, Poor Richards Almanack, displays quotes that summarize
his view on what he said and wrote. It will make connections to the
common good through the ideas represented. The quotes will be used
to create posters.
A
Man of Many Talents - Students research and identify the many
talents of Benjamin Franklin, as well as his role in the formation
of an independent United States.
Lesson
Plan on Benjamin Franklin - Students will understand that Benjamin
Franklin was a successful inventor whose contributions helped to make
our lives easier and more practical.
Primary Source Documents:
Letters
of Ben Franklin - A letter from Charles Thomson to Ben Franlklin
about the imposition of illegal taxes from Britain.
Letter
frrom Franklin to his Sister Jane - A letter from discussing how
people wanted Franklin dismissed from being postmaster.
The
Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin - The work portrays a fascinating
picture of life in Philadelphia, as well as Franklin's shrewd observations
on the literature, philosophy and religion of America's Colonial and
Revolutionary periods
Excerpts
from Autobiography - Excerpts from Franklins autobiography about
becoming a priest.
Timelines
The
Life and Times of Ben Franklin
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