Fun and Educational Resources to Teach Children About Abraham Lincoln’s Life and Legacy

I’ve always been slightly obsessed with Abraham Lincoln’s presidency and life. His story is so fascinating, filled with incredible achievements and remarkable challenges. So, when my kids and I decided to learn about him together, I was beyond excited! We had so much fun diving deep into Lincoln’s life, and I wanted to share our journey with you all. (Also, be sure to read on for the FREE Abraham Lincoln Lesson Plan!)

Why teach about Abraham Lincoln?

Teaching about Abraham Lincoln is not just about learning historical facts; it’s about instilling important values in our children. Lincoln’s life teaches us the significance of honesty, perseverance, and equality. By understanding his journey, kids can learn how these values shaped his leadership and, ultimately, our nation.

Free Abraham Lincoln Lesson Plan

First, I created a free lesson plan that you can download and use in your own classroom or at home. This lesson plan covers all the basics and more, making it easy and enjoyable to teach about Abraham Lincoln. Here are a few high-level steps to get you started:

• Day 1: Introduction to Abraham Lincoln – Begin with an engaging read-aloud about Lincoln’s early life, followed by a discussion on why he’s such an important figure.
• Day 2: Crafting and Timeline Activities – Create a log cabin craft and work on a timeline to help kids understand the key events in Lincoln’s life.
• Day 3: Celebrating Lincoln’s Legacy – Dive into the Gettysburg Address and discuss his core values and how they relate to today’s world.

Comprehensive Paid Resource for In-Depth Learning

But that’s just the beginning! For a deeper dive, I’ve also put together a comprehensive paid resource that includes over 25+ activities, leveled reading, writing prompts, crafts, and lots more. This resource is designed to make learning about Lincoln engaging and fun, with something for every learning style.

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside the paid resource:

• Worksheets: From timelines, matching games to fill-in-the-blanks, these activities reinforce key facts about Lincoln’s life and presidency.
• Leveled Reading: Engaging stories and passages at various reading levels to suit all students.
• Writing Prompts: Encourage kids to think critically and creatively about Lincoln’s legacy.
• Crafts: Hands-on activities like building a log cabin.
• And MUCH More: Including discussion questions, puzzles, posters, annotation, mini-books, and more.

Our Journey and Your Next Steps

Teaching about Abraham Lincoln has been an incredible journey for us, and I’m thrilled to share these resources with you. Whether you’re a teacher or a parent, these materials will make it easy and fun to explore one of America’s greatest presidents. More importantly, they will help instill the values of honesty, perseverance, and equality that Lincoln embodied.

Don’t miss out—let us send you a free Abe Lincoln lesson plan by subscribing below, and check out the paid resource for a more in-depth experience. Happy teaching!

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