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Ben Franklin of Old Philadelphia (Landmark Books) Paperback – August 12, 1981

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4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 89 ratings
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Benjamin Franklin was one of the busiest men in the American colonies. He was a printer, a postmaster, an inventor, a writer, and a diplomat. When the Revolutionary War began, Ben supported America in the Continental Congress. Like the clever adages from his Poor Richard’s Almanac, Ben Franklin still sets an example for Americans today.
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    160 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 7
  5. Lexile measure
    990L
  6. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.38 x 7.63 inches
  7. Publisher
    Random House Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    August 12, 1981
  9. ISBN-10
    0394849280
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0394849287
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Benjamin Franklin was one of the busiest men in the American colonies. He was a printer, a postmaster, an inventor, a writer, and a diplomat. When the Revolutionary War began, Ben supported America in the Continental Congress. Like the clever adages from his Poor Richard s Almanac, Ben Franklin still sets an example for Americans today.

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Benjamin Franklin was one of the busiest men in the American colonies. He was a printer, a postmaster, an inventor, a writer, and a diplomat. When the Revolutionary War began, Ben supported America in the Continental Congress. Like the clever adages from his "Poor Richard's Almanac, Ben Franklin still sets an example for Americans today.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Books for Young Readers; Reissue edition (August 12, 1981)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0394849280
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0394849287
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 990L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.99 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.38 x 7.63 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 89 ratings

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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K. Briggs
5.0 out of 5 stars 👍
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2021
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Tells all about Ben Franklin, good history book for children. But there is coloring in it, something says: WOW! 46,000 PEPS!
What's that supposed to means! And some pages are yellow, but doesn't affect the words.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The book arrived in excellent condition and with the cover
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2017
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The book arrived in excellent condition and with the cover. As an older adult I have fond memories of receiving this Landmark Series of history books when I was in elementary school in the 1950s. They are just as good to read now! I am so happy to rediscover them.
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Nannie Dee
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm sure he will enjoy this history lesson
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2014
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I am reading the book personally before passing it along to my grandson and find it is interestingly written. I'm sure he will enjoy this history lesson.
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Fiona Spring
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for 5th grade
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2013
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Engaging stories made it fun to write a good essay about Franklin for 5th grade history. The books explored many aspects of his character.
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S. Bennett
4.0 out of 5 stars Son loves this book...
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2008
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My ten year old son loves this book. He's amazed and excited about all of Ben Franklin's inventions and ideas; especially the ones that were for the better of the community. I highly recommend this book for a great look back at the history and contributions of Ben Franklin.
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Timothy L Stauffer
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2018
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it was great
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Chris
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Choice
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2017
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Great introduction to Ben Franklin for your kiddos.
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Ada Mack
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2016
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Good reading with a 4th grade grandson.
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