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Candlewick Press (MA), 2017-12-09

Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery That Baffled All of France

Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery That Baffled All of France

Mara Rockliff, Author

Iacopo Bruno, Illustrator

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9780763695156

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In this whimsical look at a fascinating real-life moment in history, readers discover how straightforward American inventor Benjamin Franklin's scientific methods are challenged by the mysterious powers and elaborate stage shows of a certain Dr. Mesmer in Paris, France. Full color.
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A curious mind meets a captivating mystery. Through observation and inquiry, a thinker challenges popular beliefs, revealing the power of questioning and the value of evidence. This engaging narrative encourages young readers to trust their reasoning and embrace the wonders of discovery.

Keywords and Themes: Critical Thinking • Curiosity • Dedication • Europe • History • Honesty • Insight • Integrity • Juvenile Nonfiction • Learning • Problem-Solving • Psychology • Responsibility • Social Science • United States - Colonial & Revolutionary Periods • Wisdom

Readability • 4.5

Age Range • 6-9

Pages • 48

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Categories • Juvenile Nonfiction | History | United States - Colonial & Revolutionary Periods • Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science | Psychology • Juvenile Nonfiction | History | Europe

"Together, Rockliff and Bruno make the scientific method seem exciting, and kids interested in science and history will likely be, well, mesmerized." -- Booklist (starred review)

When American inventor Benjamin Franklin arrives in Paris, he is upstaged by a compelling and enigmatic figure: Dr. Mesmer. In elaborately staged shows, Mesmer has Parisians believing he can control a magic force that changes the taste of water, cures illness, and controls thoughts! Can Ben Franklin's approach of observing, hypothesizing, and testing get to the bottom of Mesmer's tricks? A rip-roaring, lavishly illustrated peek into a fascinating moment in history shows the development of the scientific method -- and reveals the amazing power of the human mind.

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