Benjamin Franklin (First Biographies) - Softcover

Rustad, Martha E. H.

9780736894425: Benjamin Franklin (First Biographies)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 073689442X ISBN 13: 9780736894425

Publisher: Pebble Books, 2006

Text and illustrations introduce the biography of Benjamin Franklin, a founding father of the United States who helped write the U.S. Constitution, plus an inventor and scientist best known for his work with lightning and electricity.

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About the Author:

HELEN FROST is the author of "Keesha's House," a Michael L. Printz Honor Book, and "Spinning Through the Universe," as well as a book of poetry for adults and many nonfiction books for young readers. She lives in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Gail Saunders-Smith is an assistant education professor at Youngstown State University in Ohio. She is also an independent staff developer, writer, and editor. She presents nationally at conferences on literacy development and instruction and has written numerous articles, children's non-fiction books, and professional resources. Gail holds a B.S. and M.A. in Early Childhood Education from Kent State University and a M.S. in Administration and Supervision from Youngstown State University. She completed post-graduate work at The Ohio State University and earned a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from The University of Akron. Gail is a former classroom teacher, Reading Recovery Teacher Leader, and Reading/Language Arts K-12 Supervisor and Coordinator of State and Federal Programs for the Summit County ESC.

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