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Benjamin Franklin- Philanthropist

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Students research and read a profile of Benjamin Franklin. In this philanthropic lesson, students research the projects of Benjamin Franklin and determine which were philanthropic, which were governmental and which were business ventures. Students create their vision of a Benjamin Franklin quote on paper.

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3rd - 5th
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Social Studies & History
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