I recently visited Philadelphia with my family.
Listen to Episode 59 to learn all about Philly!

Philadelphia has many locations and museums about Ben Franklin and I learned a lot.

A few amazing facts about this founding father (who wasn’t a US president)
- He didn’t have a formal education but was always curious
- He had a printing press in Philadelphia
- He loved chess – because of the strategy and thinking involved
- He was a prolific inventor

He created the lightning rod in 1752 as part of his experiments related to electricity. This invention saved many lives by preventing fires caused during storms
He proved his theory about lightning by doing the kite experiment
He also invented bifocals
Divided soup plate – this is a fun invention specifically designed for eating soup on ships.

- His grave is visible from the sidewalk

People throw coins on his grave. Can you guess why? He is on the $100 bill and I don’t think many folks will throw those. 😊

Be sure to visit the Ben Franklin museum and other related sites like the Constitution Museum when you visit Philly
Riddle: What has many ears but can’t hear?
Answer: Corn!
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