It's Okay to Be Smart: The Shocking Truth About Ben Franklin and the Kite

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What's the true story of how Ben Franklin's famous experiment changed the world? Here’s the tale of how one person’s quest for scientific knowledge altered the direction of history. Part of the "It's Okay to Be Smart" series.

Media Details

Runtime: 8 minutes 1 seconds

Topic: Biographies, History, Science
Subtopic: Franklin, Benjamin, Science Experiments, Science Methods
Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
Release Year: 2020
Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
Series: It's Okay to Be Smart

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