Description (March 6, 2006)

Benjamin Franklin - In His Own Words - This Library of Congress exhibition, Benjamin Franklin: In His Own Words, covers the depth and breadth of Franklin's public, professional, and scientific accomplishments through important documents, letters, books, broadsides, and cartoons. Marking the tercentenary of Franklin's birth, this exhibition, concentrates on his achievements as a printer and writer, an inventor and scientist, and, particularly, as a politician and statesman.

Curriculum Integration

• Research Franklin's role in the Revolution. Create a Timeline of important events.
• Gather primary source materials related to Franklin, organize and them and design a Powerpoint presentation.
• Research Franklin's scientific interests and activities. Create a slideshow to present to the class.