Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life, An Electric Mind
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The Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life, An Electric Mind website is a companion to a three part television series by the PBS. This very rich, diverse website examines the life of Benjamin Franklin from many angles and using a variety of methods.Citizen Ben explores his roles as a networker, a founding father, an abolitionist, a firefighter, and an insurance proponent. Wit and Wisdom looks at the many characters and pseudonyms that Franklin created and used, his plans for self improvement, his reputation as the first American humorist as well as his many publications and methods of marketing. Inquiring Mind examines Franklin’s inventions, contributions to science, weather research, and commentary on health and fitness. Also find out what Ben had to do with “mesmer-ism” and hypnosis. In World of Influence, learn about espionage in Ben Franklin’s time, his role as ambassador to France, how he was a man of letters, his dealings in agriculture, and his life as an international celebrity.Throughout this website find links that lead to an interactive timeline and other activities such as an electrical experience, a tour of Ben Franklin’s town, a virtue quiz, and kite-building activity.Teachers will find a collection of eight different lesson plans in the Teacher’s Guide.
