Ben, the diminutive of Benjamin or Benedict, can easily stand on its own as a simple, strong, nice-guy choice, though it's somewhat attenuated. Once you’ve met Amos the mouse, you’ll always remember Benjamin Franklin a little differently than the history books do. Ben And Me (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) Robert Lawson. The name Ben is boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning 'son of'. Once you’ve met Amos and read his account, you’ll never think of Ben Franklin-or American history-quite the same way.Įxplore this historical time period even further in this new edition of award-winning author Robert Lawson’s classic tale, with additional bonus material, including a map of Ben Franklin’s travels!ĭid you ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? Benjamin Franklin was one of the most famous inventors in American history, and according to this amusing book, he got most of his ideas–the good ones at any rate–from a mouse! Funny, interesting and wise, Ben and Me is a classic American story that has been read by generations of young people. Ben and me a new and astonishing life of Benjamin Franklin as written by his good mouse, Amos by Robert Lawson and Kazuko Komine 5. Accio Book This favorite story is a piece of lighthearted historical fiction of the talking rodent subgenre.

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. Explore this historical time period even further in this new edition of award-winning author Robert Lawsons classic tale, with additional bonus material. Book Review: Ben and Me by Robert Lawson.

Ben & Me by Robert Lawson