The Classics Curriculum
Unit 4: Ben and Me
by Robert Lawson


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The Units:
1: The Witch of Blackbird Pond
2: Johnny Tremain
3: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
4: Ben and Me
5: Little House on the Prairie
6: Tom Sawyer
7: Across Five Aprils
8: Old Yeller
9: Charlotte's Web
10: Mama's Bank Account
Benjamin Franklin was a remarkable man. He was an inventor, a writer, an elder statesman, an educator, the founder of the United States postal service and much more. But was he solely responsible for all these accomplishments, or did he have a secret helper?

History and Geography :
Confederation and constitutional era, foundation of the United States of America.

English :
A complete treatment of nouns and noun structure including singular, plural, common, proper and possessive.

Reading :
Reading comprehension with activities designed to build and strengthen skills such as main idea, cause and effect, sequencing, inferences, drawing conclusions and predicting outcomes.

Vocabulary and Spelling :
Activities are designed to improve spelling skills and increase vocabulary.

Creative Writing :
Activities designed to make writing enjoyable, thus encouraging the student to write. Daily writing and weekly editing are emphasized.

Critical Thinking :
Activities designed to strengthen logic and deductive reasoning through puzzles, analogies, and following directions.

Science and Health :
Magnetics and electricity; inventors and inventions.

Moral and Ethical Values :
Wisdom; good character; being helpful; using your talents; being persistent.