A Ben of All Trades: The Most Inventive Boyhood of Benjamin Franklin
Published: 2020
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*A Ben of All Trades: The Most Inventive Boyhood of Benjamin Franklin* by Michael J. Rosen chronicles the imaginative and industrious early years of Benjamin Franklin. This illustrated biography captures Franklin's childhood in colonial America, highlighting his curiosity and knack for invention. Young Ben explores various trades, from printing to sailing, showcasing his resourcefulness and creativity. The narrative emphasizes his playful spirit and relentless quest for knowledge, illustrating how these experiences shaped the brilliant inventor and statesman he would become. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, readers are drawn into the fascinating world of one of America's founding figures. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 5-9 years.
This book was published in 2020 by Dreamscape Media .
MICHAEL J. ROSEN is the award-winning author of more than two dozen picture books. He lives in central Ohio. E. Nesbit (1858-1924) spent her childhood in Germany and later lived in England. Her classic stories of fantasy and adventure for children, written in the early 1890s, include The Story of the Treasure Seekers, Five Children and It, The Phoenix and the Carpet and The Railway Children. Matt Tavares is the illustrator of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas and the author/illustrator of Zachary's Ball and Oliver's Game. He lives in Maine, USA.