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Carl Sandburg was a prolific and Pulitzer prize-winning author. His writing spanned several decades of some of the most transitional history in America. Through his life, your students can explore the industrial revolution, world wars, Abraham Lincoln, folk music, social activism and others.
Find lesson plans for grades K-12 for use in-class and digitally.
Bring your class to the Sandburg Home for an exciting adventure!
The annual contest is open in January and awards announced in April.
Objects from the Sandburg collection are displayed through an online exhibit.
Use Sandburg as a guide for fun activities to have youth tell their own stories, where they came from, and where they are going.
Plan a Girl Scout troop visit to the park and earn a badge with these activities.
Last updated: March 11, 2021