BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: Poor Richard's Almanac & Research Project

Ben Franklin had many pithy sayings and quotes in his publication entitled Poor Richard's Almanac. Study the wit and wisdom of Ben Franklin by analyzing and explaining 18 different quotes from his writings. Students will learn more about Ben Franklin's life, and benefit their own lives as they apply these pithy life principles. Also included is a graphic organizer for students to research the personal life and historical events of Ben Franklin.

What's Included:

• 20 different segments with quotes and a place for student interpretations

• Answer keys to interpretations are included

• A historical biography summary template for students to fill out as a mini research project on Ben Franklin.

• All assignments are now available as PDF and/or Google Drive formats!

Example quotes from Poor Richard's Almanac:

• "Two wrongs don't make a right."

• "A penny saved is a penny earned."

• "Little strokes fell great oaks."

• "If your head is made of wax, don't walk in the sun."

• "By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail."

Students even have a chance to write their own bit of wit and wisdom. Enjoy learning and benefiting from the wit and wisdom of Ben Franklin! Answer key is included.

1 PDF file.