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Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site sepia colored photo of Carl Sandburg as a young poet; photographer unknown; circa 1920's
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Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Where to? What next?
Where to? What next? education video

This film explores Carl Sandburg’s history, his family, his love of words, and hope for the future of America. Those elements that helped craft the poet, writer, biographer, folk singer and social activist he became. By exploring our own past and dreams for the future maybe we too can find a voice as Sandburg did, and share it through poetry, story or song.

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For Teachers
Incorporate the Where to? What next? educational film in your classroom. These lesson plans have been designed to meet education standards while creating an interactive and educational environment for students to learn about the life of the Famous American Poet, Carl Sandburg while exploring their own life. Please contact the park's education program coordinator to receive a copy of the DVD for your classroom.

The Where to? What next? education film was supported by a grant from the National Park Foundation through the generous support of the Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr. Fund, the National Park Service, Eastern National, the Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara and the Boys and Girls Club of Henderson County

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black and white photo of Carl Sandburg playing one of his many guitars

Did You Know?
Carl Sandburg collected American folk songs from the time he was 19 years old. He published a book entitled "The American Songbag" from this collection and even learned a few chords on the guitar. He would entertain audiences after poetry recitals with his unique renditions of these songs.
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Last Updated: May 31, 2011 at 12:53 MST