"Mavis Davis Unlocks the Past" is the endearing and enchanting story of a veteran school teacher who, after teaching more than 30 years and over 1000 students considers retiring from teaching for good. On the afternoon of the last day of school, Mavis' world is turned upside down after she meets Benjamin Franklin in a dream. After awakening, Mavis dismisses the dream until, after several strange events, begins to wonder if it was really a dream after all. Through her experiences with Benjamin Franklin, Mavis realizes how strong her love really is for teaching and is given a golden key that allows her to unlock the past and meet important people in American history. This short chapter book is a companion book to ÒBenjamin Franklin: Biography and PlaysÓ, which is written on three reading levels allowing teachers to differentiate instruction for students.