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This The Mini Page: Ben Franklin from A to Z handout also includes:
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Get the skinny on Benjamin Franklin with a newspaper that offers interesting facts including his background, political contributions, inventions, as well as fellow inventors from his time. After reading, scholars take part in activities such as Connect-the-Dots, a word search, Mini Spy, and more!
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Instructional Ideas
- Schedule time in the library, computer lab, or on mobile learning devices to search the links provided on page four
- Have copies readily available for early finishers to work on when time permits
- Send learners home with the Mini Page near the Presidents' Day holiday, encourage them to read and complete activities at their leisure
Classroom Considerations
- Editor notes appear at the bottom of each page
- References Ben Franklin's past birthday
- Consider allergies prior to bringing in food
Pros
- Highlights important words and key terms using bold font
- Lists five activities to complete after reading the article
Cons
- Small font due to limited article space may be challenging to read
- Beware of broken links