Benjamin Franklin's wise words : how to work smart, play well, and make real friends
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Author
Contributors
Harper, Fred, 1967- illustrator.
Status
Lyons Public Library - Children's Nonfiction
J 973.309 KOS
1 available
J 973.309 KOS
1 available
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| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lyons Public Library - Children's Nonfiction | J 973.309 KOS | Available |
Subjects
LC Subjects
Franklin, Benjamin, -- 1706-1790 -- Juvenile literature.
Franklin, Benjamin, -- 1706-1790 -- Quotations -- Juvenile literature.
Inventors -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Printers -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Scientists -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Statesmen -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Franklin, Benjamin, -- 1706-1790 -- Quotations -- Juvenile literature.
Inventors -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Printers -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Scientists -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Statesmen -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
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Format
Book
Physical Desc
pages cm.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
Discover history through the eyes of one of the smartest, funniest, and coolest figures from America's past. This book presents 50 of Benjamin Franklin's famous "wise words" from Poor Richard's Almanack, his personal letters, and other writings, with sage advice on everything from good citizenship and manners to friendship and being happy. Sayings are paired with hilarious illustrations and witty translations for modern audiences. It's a great go-to for inspirational and innovative ways to practice mindfulness, industriousness, and self-improvement.
Target Audience
8-12.
Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Kostyal, K. M., & Harper, F. (2017). Benjamin Franklin's wise words: how to work smart, play well, and make real friends . National Geographic Partners.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Kostyal, K. M., 1951- and Fred Harper. 2017. Benjamin Franklin's Wise Words: How to Work Smart, Play Well, and Make Real Friends. National Geographic Partners.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Kostyal, K. M., 1951- and Fred Harper. Benjamin Franklin's Wise Words: How to Work Smart, Play Well, and Make Real Friends National Geographic Partners, 2017.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Kostyal, K. M., and Fred Harper. Benjamin Franklin's Wise Words: How to Work Smart, Play Well, and Make Real Friends National Geographic Partners, 2017.
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