Original aphorisms from Poor Richard's Almanac enhance engagement and comprehension
Folk art-style illustrations capture the imagination of children
Detailed account of Benjamin Franklin's life from childhood to presidency
Suitable for both children and adults, making it a versatile educational resource
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Recommended by: The American Library Association The Child Study Association National Council for the Social Studies Details the life of this famous American from his boyhood as one of the youngest of seventeen children, to his teen years as an apprentice in his brother's print shop and his later years as an inventor, statesman, diplomat, and
Author
Ingri Mortenson and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire
Format
Hardcover and Paperback
Page Count
48 pages
Genre
Biography, Children, History
Language
English
Target Audience
Kids, Suitable for all ages
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Content great, not hardback.
The book content is great. The printing is not as vivid of pictures as I'd seen in the library book we checked out of this same title. Also, I was expecting a hardback for the price; I didn't see in the small print that it is a paperrack.
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Rachel · July 21, 2025
Love these books
We love our d’Aulaire books. We enjoyed reading this one together. A lot of information presented in a very engaging way that makes the character relatable and memorable.