Cobblestone American History and Current Events for Kids and Children

Franklin’s Bright Ideas

Benjamin Franklin is remembered today for many things. He was a Founding Father, who participated in the creation of the United States. He also earned fame as a writer, a civic leader, a businessman, and a diplomat. And he became internationally famous as a scientist for his experiments with electricity.

Electric experiments were enjoyed as entertainment

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