Ms. Dallons' Class - Franklin D. Roosevelt By JGEdwards Jan 30, 1882 Franklin Roosevelt was born. Dec 25, 1887 At Christmas Franklin liked to give presents to the poor children. He knew he was going to get more from his mom and dad! Jan 1, 1888 Franklin Roosevelt knew how to write and read before he was 6! Apr 1, 1891 His father had a heart attack and Franklin had to do everything by himself. Period: Jun 1, 1891 to Aug 31, 1896 Franklin spent his summer in Germany with old people who were sick and boring. May 1, 1896 Franklin loved school so he was always on time for class and he was always wanting to learn. Sep 15, 1896 Franklin put on a brave face for his family even though the other boys made fun of him and they were bullies. Jan 1, 1898 Franklin always took a widow food and heat. Period: Jun 1, 1898 to Aug 31, 1899 Franklin volunteered to teach poor kids from Boston at summer camp. Oct 15, 1898 Franklin decided he wanted to be President, but his mom didn't want him to. May 25, 1900 Franklin had the highest grade in school in Latin Jun 1, 1900 Franklin graduated from boarding school.