by Benjamin Franklin

Great Quotes by Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin uttered many memorable phrases over the course of his life. Use this site to click on Franklin and discover many of his memorable quotes. Read through his quotes and then record five of your favorites in the Web Links Activity Log. In your own words, explain what each aphorism means to you.

Poor Richard's 1733 Almanack
This site contains a letter by Franklin that led to his first almanac. In your journal, rewrite the letter in contemporary English, trying to preserve the original theme and humor. Then, write three aphorisms of your own.