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Benjamin Franklin may be known as a Founding Father, but he was also a prolific writer. Scholars examine his better-known pieces to learn about genre, voice, and early American history. The resource includes options for various investigations including acting out various kinds of persuasive writing assignments.
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- Have groups investigate primary sources from Ben Franklin
- Ask scholars to create their own written pieces in the same manner as Benjamin Franklin
Classroom Considerations
- Lesson plan is part of a larger series exploring Ben Franklin's life and ideas
Pros
- Lesson plan includes worksheets, making it easy to use
- Primary sources allow for skill building
Cons
- Links to some primary sources are no longer live, requiring extra teacher research