Activity 1: Narrate the Story
- After reading or listening to the story, narrate the story events aloud using your own words.
Activity 2: Draw the Story
- Look at the picture of the candles below and draw them.
Activity 3: Color the Story
- Click the crayon above, and complete page 12 of 'History Coloring Pages for First Grade.'
Activity 4: Study the Story Picture
- Study the picture below of Benjamin Franklin. Zoom in to see the details.
- What is Benjamin Franklin doing? (He is reading a book, holding an apple, and leaning against a table.)
- Describe Benjamin Franklin's clothing. (He wears a work apron over a loose shirt, tight pants, and slip on shoes.)
- Describe Benjamin Franklin's hair. (His hair is longer than shoulder-length, probably in accordance with the style of the times.)
- See if you can find the following items: Funnel, pliers, three-legged table, and crank handle.