Abraham Lincoln for Kids: His Life and Times with 21 Activities (23) (For Kids series)

ISBN: 1556526563

Author: Herbert, Janis

Condition: New

2008 National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Honors Award winner.Providing a fresh perspective on one of the most beloved presidents of all time, this illuminating activity book tells the rich story of Abraham Lincolns life and details the events of his era. Highlighting Lincolns warm, generous spirit and impressive intellect, the guide teaches children about his fascinating life story, his struggles at the onset of the Civil War, and his relevance in todays world. Activities include delivering a speech, holding a debate, drawing political cartoons, and making a stovepipe hat or miniature Mississippi River flatboat. Lively sidebars, abundant photographs and illustrations, and fun projects help to kick the dust off old Honest Abe. Selections from some of Lincolns most famous speeches and documents, as well as a resource section of websites to explore and sites to visit, are also included, making this a comprehensive Lincoln biography for young readers.