Ben Franklin's Big Splash

The Mostly True Story of His First Invention

Ben Franklin's Big Splash
S D Schindler, Barb Rosenstock
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Paperback
h267 x 216mm - 32pg
28 Jul 2021 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9781635924770
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A National Science Teachers Association, Best STEM BookHere is the story of Ben Franklin' s first invention, his journey through the scientific method, and the surprising successes that result when you' re willing to make mistakes. Every inventor has to start somewhere, and one of the greatest innovators in our history was no exception. Ben Franklin developed his first invention while doing what he loved best- swimming! Barb Rosenstock' s rhythmic, whimsical style is the perfect complement to S. D. Schindler' s pen and ink and watercolor illustrations. Together they recreate history in an engaging and unique way. Both author and illustrator worked closely with Franklin experts, and the book includes Franklin quotes, an extensive author' s note, timeline, and bibliography.
". . . The alliterative, sibilant text is a rollicking read to share aloud with young students . . . The watercolor and ink artwork conveys joy and motion, with young Ben splashing into the water, gleefully trying out his fins. An extensive bibliography, source notes for quotations, and a time line of Franklin' s life add to the veracity and strength of this story. This is a fun introduction to one of the nation' s founding fathers and a solid addition to collections needing a different perspective on this American icon. " --School Library Journal, starred review "Is another picture book about Ben Franklin really needed? The answer is yes, as unlike many of its predecessors, this one takes a fresh approach by focusing on a single childhood fascination--swimming. . . Emphatic, alliterative verbs accentuate both his enthusiasm and his methodical nature. . . The finely detailed ink-and-watercolor illustrations, varying type sizes and colors, and clever page design effectively an delightfully depict this significant American scientist. . . As inventive as Ben himself, this presentation is awash with delight and definitely makes a big splash. " --Kirkus Reviews, starred review " . . . Here' s a slightly fictionalized tale to celebrate one of Ben' s less-heralded accomplishments: self-taught swimmer. . . The text' s tone is light and optimistic. Select words and phrases appear in larger colorful type, which, together with Schindler' s lively ink and watercolor paintings, gives the book a breezy feel. . . " --The Horn Book Magazine
Barb Rosenstock loves inventing stories. Her award-winning picture books include- Fearless, The Littlest Mountain, The Camping Trip that Changed America, Thomas Jefferson Builds a Library, The Noisy Paintbox, and The Streak- How Joe DiMaggio Became America' s Hero. She lives outside of Chicago with her husband, two sons, and two big poodles. Even though you can find Barb at the pool three times a week, she still doesn' t swim like a fish (or even as good as Ben Franklin!). barbrosenstock. com. S. D. Schindler embraces the inventive spirit every time he illustrates a book-and he has illustrated many! An award-winning and best-selling illustrator, his recent titles include- We' re Going on a Ghost Hunt by Susan Pearson, Hornbooks and Inkwells by Verla Kay, and The Unforgettable Season by Phil Bildner. His books have won a Parents' Choice Award for Illustration, a Smithsonian Award for outstanding natural history title, and a Best Book selection by School Library Journal. S. D. lives in Philadelphia. sdschindlerbooks. com.
Status: Indent title, imported to order
ISBN-13: 9781635924770
Published: 28 Jul 2021
Published In: United States
Imprint: Calkins Creek
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
Format: Paperback
Height: 267mm
Width: 216mm
Spine: 4mm
Weight: 150g
Pages: 32

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