Frankly Ben Meet Benjamin Franklin – not the elder statesman, fat bellied, funny glasses Franklin – but Ben, the fifteen year old, who is inquisitive, mischievous, and of course, inventive! Ben's first great idea is to form a club called Junto. But while Ben thinks their club is just about hangin' out and having fun, his club mates have something else in mind. Will Ben reach his potential? Will he fulfill his destiny? Richard Saunders, Silence Dogood and the rest of the "Junto" realize that it is their job to make sure he does. Visit a world of scientific invention and individual achievement in the contemporary musical about making history. • Grades: 4 and up • Curriculum Connections: Science, History and fostering self-improvement through discussion of topics such as philosophy, morals, economics and politics. Frankly Ben Study Guide.