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Now & Ben
Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin | Gene Barretta
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The inventions and inspiration of Benjamin Franklin and how they've stood the test of time What would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you'd set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight savings time, and invented bifocals-all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book, Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin's genius to life, deepening our appreciation for one of the most influential figures in American history. Now & Ben is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
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miapantalone

“Lighting is electricity.“

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miapantalone

This book could serve as inspiration for students to make an invention of their own or think of inventions they would like to see in the future. Its could create their own acts or this book could be an intro to a stem activity

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miapantalone
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Now & Ben written by Gene Baretta(2006) is an informative picture book that explores the connection between Benjamin Franklin's inventions and their modern counterparts. The book features vibrant illustrations and engaging text that makes Franklin's accomplishments accessible to young readers. This book is a great choice for introducing children to American history and inspiring them to think creatively.

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madsfisher0531

“It was as if Ben could see into the future. Almost everything he created is still around today.“

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madsfisher0531

In my future classrooms, I would use this book to explore history and invention. You could use the book to discuss Franklin's inventions, and compare them to modern inventions. The book could also be used to encourage students to design their own inventions or research other inventors.

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madsfisher0531
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Now & Ben is a biography published in 2006, going through inventions of Ben Franklin. It explores the connection between Benjamin Franklin's inventions and their modern counterparts. The book features vibrant illustrations and engaging text that makes Franklin's accomplishments accessible to young readers. This book is a great choice for introducing children to American history and inspiring them to think creatively.

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Kaylee.Phillips2

“What if you could invent a better way to see the world? That's exactly what Benjamin Franklin did with his bifocals! Now, we have glasses with all kinds of lenses, from reading glasses to sunglasses“

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Kaylee.Phillips2

I would use Now & Ben to spark curiosity about history and invention. The book could be used to discuss Franklin‘s inventions, and compare them to modern technology. Encourage students to research further and even design their own inventions. This book can be used to teach history, science, and critical thinking skills.

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Kaylee.Phillips2
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Biography- Now & Ben is an informative picture book biography (2006) that explores the connection between Benjamin Franklin's inventions and their modern counterparts. The book features vibrant illustrations and engaging text that makes Franklin's accomplishments accessible to young readers. This book is a great choice for introducing children to American history and inspiring them to think creatively.

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lilliangermaine

“It was as if Ben could see into the future. Almost everything he created is still around today.“

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madileach

I would use Now & Ben to spark curiosity about history and invention. The book could be used to discuss Franklin‘s inventions, and compare them to modern technology. Encourage students to research further and even design their own inventions. This book can be used to teach history, science, and critical thinking skills.

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lilliangermaine

I would use this story to integrate ELA and Social Studies. This book would be a good way to deep-dive into one of the most important people in American History, while keeping it fun with investigating his inventions.

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gracecal1234

This book could serve as inspiration for students to make an invention of their own or think of inventions they would like to see in the future. Its could create their own acts or this book could be an intro to a stem activity

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madileach

“What if you could invent a better way to see the world? That's exactly what Benjamin Franklin did with his bifocals! Now, we have glasses with all kinds of lenses, from reading glasses to sunglasses“

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gracecal1234
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Biography- Now & Ben written by Gene Baretta(2006) is an informative picture book that explores the connection between Benjamin Franklin's inventions and their modern counterparts. The book features vibrant illustrations and engaging text that makes Franklin's accomplishments accessible to young readers. This book is a great choice for introducing children to American history and inspiring them to think creatively.

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lilliangermaine
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Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin was written by Gene Barretta. Published in 2006 this is a biography about all of Ben Franklin's inventions. This story is structured in way to show how we use the invention now and then how Ben Franklin came up with the idea and created it.

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gracecal1234

“Lighting is electricity.“

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madileach
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Biography- Now & Ben is an informative picture book that explores the connection between Benjamin Franklin's inventions and their modern counterparts. The book features vibrant illustrations and engaging text that makes Franklin's accomplishments accessible to young readers. This book is a great choice for introducing children to American history and inspiring them to think creatively.

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Reagan.petersen

“Many of Ben‘s inventions are still around today. Over two hundred years later, we can find Ben in so many places.”

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Reagan.petersen

This would be a cute book to use to have students learn how to work through problems beucase he invented things that helped benifit his life. I would defiantly do a mini unit based off the book teaching stem

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Rachel.hefner

“Now.. And Ben...“

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Rachel.hefner

Now and Ben does a great job showing the difference between inventions used then and now, and could be a great activity to break into many pieces.

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Reagan.petersen
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Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin by Gene Barretta (2008) Ben Franklin‘s inventions and their lasting impact on modern life. The book cleverly contrasts Franklin‘s time with today, showing how his ideas in fields like electricity, communication, and public safety still benefit society. Barretta‘s engaging illustrations and simple language make history accessible for young readers, celebrating Franklin‘s ingenuity and vision.

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sorrellkatie

“Now... Ben....“

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Rachel.hefner
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Now and Ben covers the large number of inventions, organizations, and creations Franklin was the mastermind behind. Some of his creations include the lightning rod, the idea of daylight savings time, and bifocal glasses!

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Hailey_3103

I would use this book in a science class when discussing and introducing circuits. Circuits have electricity flowing through it, and having background knowledge where electricity comes from is a good start to a lesson!

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sorrellkatie

This is a great story to share with children about the many inventions Ben Franklin made in his lifetime. Can combine science, social studies, and reading.

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Hailey_3103

“Lighting is electricity.“

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Hailey_3103
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This is a great picture biography book about Benjamin Franklin and what he gave us. Electricity is everywhere and we could not have done certain things without Ben. he gave the world a huge gift and this wonderful book illustrates how we use Ben's invention in the modern day!

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sorrellkatie
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Bibliography, 2007. Franklin designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight savings time, and invented bifocals-all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book, Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin's genius to life,

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Mboyd28

Will his contributions help to form the future?

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Mboyd28

This book can serve as inspiration for students to make an invention of their own or think of inventions they would like to see in the future.

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Mboyd28
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One thing I loved about this book was the illustrations. The illustrations placed Benjamin Franklin in our modern world as the book discusses the inventions he made and how they are still in use today. The story gives great insight into the inventor and man Benjamin Franklin was in a way that is easily understandable for younger students.

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Abe
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Great children‘s book about the modern inventions of Benjamin Franklin!

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Dandan0131
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This is a Historical book. It talks about the inventions Ben Franklin made. The book tells a good story of inventions made by Ben Franklin many many years ago and how we still use them today. The story is accurate. It brings back memories of being in school and learning about Ben Franklin.

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Dandan0131

I would use this in my classroom because it talks about all the inventions he created and how we still use them all today. I would tie in an activity somehow after reading the book.

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Dandan0131

“Ben, even invented things when he was a boy.“