Words of wisdom.(write stuff)(Benjamin Franklin)

From: Writing! | Date: January 1, 2006 | Copyright information

January 17 marks the 300th birthday of Benjamin Franklin. Best known and remembered for his contributions to science and government, Franklin was also a prolific writer. Here are some suggestions for incorporating this important anniversary into your language arts curriculum.

BACKGROUND MATERIAL

A writer, a publisher, and the founder of America's first circulating library (1732), Benjamin Franklin made many marks on the written word:

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