Benjamin Franklin: Glimpses of the Man

This handsome Web site looks at the many facets of Benjamin Franklin. Brief articles with hypertext links explore Franklin in his roles of scientist, inventor, statesman, printer, philosopher, musician, and economist. The site includes a timeline, a family tree, and a brief glossary. Many learning activities are suggested. The site is rich in content and is a valuable and entertaining resource for younger high school students.

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The Franklin Institute

U.S. History

Social Studies

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