Reading
Benjamin Franklin was a printer, writer, inventor, scientist, and public servant. He loved useful ideas and believed learning should help people live better lives.
Franklin explored electricity, improved everyday tools, helped build community institutions, and used writing to share advice and ideas. His life shows the power of curiosity connected to practical service.
Students can learn from Franklin that leadership is not only one role. A curious person can serve through ideas, inventions, writing, and community action.
Vocabulary
- invention
- curiosity
- writing
- civic
- wisdom
Discussion Questions
- Why is curiosity useful for leadership?
- How can an invention serve people?
- What practical problem would you like to solve?
Leadership Takeaway
Practical Wisdom: Students sketch or describe one useful invention for home, school, or community.