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Benjamin Franklin and the Discovery of Electricity: Separating Fact from Fiction

Benjamin Franklin and the Discovery of Electricity

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"Benjamin Franklin and the Discovery of Electricity" by Megan Cooley Peterson is a history book focused on Devices & Sensors. Best for general readers, students, and topic-focused learners.

"In 1752, the sky in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, darkened. A thunderstorm was coming. Benjamin Franklin was ready to perform an experiment. He wanted to show the electrical nature of lightning. His experiment was a success, but he didn't discover electricity that day. Myths about Franklin and his experiment have been told for years. Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text"--

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Best For: Young readers interested in American history and science.
Focus: Clarifying myths about Benjamin Franklin's experiment with electricity.
Covers: The historical context of Franklin's 1752 lightning experiment and the true nature of electricity discovery.
Why It Matters: Helps readers understand the difference between popular myths and historical facts about a key scientific event.

"Benjamin Franklin and the Discovery of Electricity" by Megan Cooley Peterson is a history book focused on Devices & Sensors. Best for general readers, students, and topic-focused learners.

Topic: Devices & Sensors

Author: Megan Cooley Peterson

Who this is for:

  • Students
  • Educators
  • Interested readers

Why this book matters: It gives readers useful context, background, and perspective on the subject through a focused and accessible presentation.

"In 1752, the sky in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, darkened. A thunderstorm was coming. Benjamin Franklin was ready to perform an experiment. He wanted to show the electrical nature of lightning. His experiment was a success, but he didn't discover electricity that day. Myths about Franklin and his experiment have been told for years. Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text"--

AuthorMegan Cooley Peterson
PublisherCapstone
Published2023
ISBN-139781666339536
BindingHardcover
Pages33
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsJuvenile Nonfiction
TopicDevices & Sensors
SeriesFact vs. Fiction in U.S. History

Format: Hardcover

Length: 33 pages

Language: English

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