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Benjamin Franklin (Sons of Liberty Series)
From the Abeka Sons of Liberty series, this book tells the story of Benjamin Franklin and his many endeavors. Learn about how his hard work was eventually rewarded and gained him a plethora of achievements.
Printer, publisher, journalist, inventor, scientist, statesman, ambassador—few men could boast such a variety of achievements. Benjamin Franklin learned early the benefits of hard work and thrift and those lessons certainly paid off! Who has not heard of the famous scientific kite experiment or his inventions or quoted the witty proverbs of this celebrated Founder? Your child will enjoy learning even more about Franklin and how he earned the love and respect of his contemporaries and the honor of generations to come. Biography written by William M. Thayer. 252 pages. Gr. 5–12.
Teaches geography and history of the Eastern Hemisphere. Students learn about history from the beginning to the present era. The Fertile Crescent, ancient and modern Middle East and Africa, countries of the far east, Western and Eastern Europe including Ancient Greece and Rome, and Australia are all studied in the course. Christianity is interwoven and missionaries from different countries are included. Students also review eight historical documents and learn key geography terms.