Pieces of Science: The Lightning Rod
http://www.fi.edu/pieces/hongell/index.html

Terry Hongell, The Franklin Institute Science Museum

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"Pieces of Science" is an online gallery of sixteen educational resources related to a collection of historical science objects. These pages discuss the history of Ben Franklin and the lightning rod. There are references for additional information and links to lesson plans and student activities, both on and off-line.

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Subject: Geoscience:Atmospheric Science
Grade Level: Primary (K-2), Informal, Middle (6-8), Intermediate (3-5)
Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Atmospheric Science