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PBS

Pbs: Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life: Franklin's Inquiring Mind

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a five-part essay that captures the essence of Franklin as a man of science.
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University of Delware: Franklin and Friends

For Students 9th - 10th
Using historically significant documents and photos from its collection, this exhibit probes the various interests of Franklin and the influential friends that shared his interests.
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NASA

Nasa Earth Observatory: Benjamin Franklin (1706 1790)

For Students 9th - 10th
In this article learn about Benjamin Franklin and how he published numerous scientific papers. Discover how Franklin compared weather patterns with others and even made weather predictions.