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Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site
Abraham Lincoln-Great Learner/Great Leader
 
 

Lesson Plan One

Students will investigate the life of Abraham Lincoln through participation in an Agree/Disagree activity, listening to stories related by the teacher, viewing a musical slide show, reading secondary and primary sources, analyzing information, and communicating learning by responding to an on-demand writing. The lesson focuses on Lincoln’s attributes as a learner and leader.

Content: Social Studies
Grade Level: 3 - 5
Length: 2 - 3 days

The lesson consists of the following items.

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Young Abraham Lincoln reading by the firelight
Great Learner/Great Leader
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Junior Ranger Badge
Junior Ranger Program
Junior Ranger booklets are available in the Visitor Center.
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Cabin at the Knob Creek farm
Cabin at the Knob Creek farm
Cabin at the Knob Creek farm
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Memorial Building at Abraham Lincoln Birthplace
Memorial Building at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplac
Memorial Building at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace
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Picture of State Historic Marker 1482 about Lincoln's first school house  

Did You Know?
While living at the Knob Creek Farm Abraham Lincoln and his sister Sarah walked two miles to attend school. The school had two different teachers, Caleb Hazel and Zachariah Riney.

Last Updated: July 29, 2008 at 12:52 EST