Ben Franklin’s Big Splash

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Ben Franklin’s Big Splash
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Series: Biographical, Picture Book Bios
Genres: Juvenile Nonfiction, Picture Books
Tags: Ages 3-5, Ages 5-8
ASIN: 1620914468
ISBN: 1620914468

Here is the story of Ben Frankin's first invention, his journey through the scientfic method, and the surprising successes that result when you're willing to make mistakes.

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About the Book

Here is the story of Ben Frankin’s first invention, his journey through the scientfic method, and the surprising successes that result when you’re willing to make mistakes.

Every inventor has to start somewhere, and one of the greatest innovators in our history was no exception. Ben Franklin developed his first invention while doing what he loved best: swimming!

About the Author & Illustrator:

Barb Rosenstock’s rhythmic, whimsical style is the perfect complement to S. D. Schindler’s pen and ink and watercolor illustrations. Together they recreate history in an engaging and unique way. Both author and illustrator worked closely with Franklin experts, and the book includes Franklin quotes, an extensive author’s note, timeline, and bibliography.

A Few Reviews:

“. . . The alliterative, sibilant text is a rollicking read to share aloud with young students . . . The watercolor and ink artwork conveys joy and motion, with young Ben splashing into the water, gleefully trying out his fins. An extensive bibliography, source notes for quotations, and a time line of Franklin’s life add to the veracity and strength of this story. This is a fun introduction to one of the nation’s founding fathers and a solid addition to collections needing a different perspective on this American icon.” —School Library Journal

“Is another picture book about Ben Franklin really needed? The answer is yes, as unlike many of its predecessors, this one takes a fresh approach by focusing on a single childhood fascination–swimming. . . Emphatic, alliterative verbs accentuate both his enthusiasm and his methodical nature. . . The finely detailed ink-and-watercolor illustrations, varying type sizes and colors, and clever page design effectively an delightfully depict this significant American scientist. . . As inventive as Ben himself, this presentation is awash with delight and definitely makes a big splash.” —Kirkus Reviews

” . . . Here’s a slightly fictionalized tale to celebrate one of Ben’s less-heralded accomplishments: self-taught swimmer. . . The text’s tone is light and optimistic. Select words and phrases appear in larger colorful type, which, together with Schindler’s lively ink and watercolor paintings, gives the book a breezy feel. . . ” —The Horn Book Magazine

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