Go Fly a Kite, Ben Franklin!

by Peter Roop, Connie Roop

Go Fly a Kite

Genres: Biography, Nonfiction

60 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Peter Roop is an award-winning author and educator who has written over one hundred children’s books including biographies, novels, humor, picture books, and science books. Seven of his books are Reading Rainbow books, including the Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie. In 2013, the Wisconsin Library Association recognized Peter and his wife, Connie Roop, as Notable Wisconsin Authors for their body of work, and Peter has been named a Wisconsin State Teacher of the Year. The Roops live in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Reviews

[Joe D · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorite books of all time. It’s incredibly thought provoking and a shoe in for best book of all time. If you haven’t picked up this novel, do so. It puts War and Peace in its place.

[s · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very interesting.
Educationally wise... it's great. It really gives a simple biography for small children. It can help also kickstart a learning experience.
Literature wise... its okay. Nothing too special, but since it's meant for children or read aloud I think that Peter Roop just didn't care. Some of the story parts go by WAY too fast, while others are just too fleshed out. Otherwise, it's okay, I wouldn't recommend but I also wouldn't say that I dislike it. I'm on the fence...

[Duane · Rating 3 out of 5]

For beginner readers, this book is a great way to get them to learn about the man who was Ben Franklin. Nicely illustrated and entertaining, young readers should enjoy reading how Ben grew up and learned the values that made him who he was.

[Nancy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Read to the third graders for our inventors unit.