Franklin's favorite hobbies are math, bicycle riding, and feeding.
Franklin does not like scary things such as thunder and lightning.
Franklin's family includes his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Turtle and his little sister Harriet. Franklin's extended family includes his paternal grandmother, who lives close by, as well as his maternal grandparents, who live on a remote farm.
Franklin's best friend is Bear, who is a bear that loves to eat. His other close friend is Snail, a garden snail who considers Franklin to be his best friend. One of Franklin's other close is Beaver. Franklin's other friends are Goose, Rabbit, Fox, and Skunk. He is taught by Mr. Owl.