Ben and Me
By Robert Lawson (1939)
Ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? As it turns out, the great inventor Benjamin Franklin got his best ideas from a mouse named Amos! Funny, interesting and wise, this classic tale has been a favorite for generations. Once you've met Amos and read his account, you'll never think of Ben Franklin-or American history-quite the same way.
Elements for Parental Consideration:
This story is written from the perspective of an arrogant mouse. He takes credit (humorously) for all Franklin's ideas, as well as calling Franklin several names, including: "stupid" and "rapscallion". Mentions of ale, brandy, and French wines; some mentions of drinking; someone says "gum"; Ben goes swimming and is caught by a large crowd in his swimming trunks; the illustrated copies contain a picture of ladies with low-necked dresses in Chapter 11.
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