I'm an elementary teacher and author of books for kids,
including one on Lincoln entitled ABE LINCOLN LOVED ANIMALS.

It's easy to find information for
older students on Lincoln's 200the birthday, but how do you
teach younger students about Lincoln? His story is pretty
grim and ends with an assassination.

But one way is mention what a humane person he was. For
example, almost anyone could get in to see the president and
ask for a favor in Lincoln's day. Ask your kids what they
would ask for if they could talk to the president.

You might mention that Abe Lincoln's dog Fido is the first
presidential pet we have a photo of. Fido's picture is
reproduced in my book. There's also a book about
presidential pets in the White House that has more
information.

You mention the four pennies being issued this year. You
might also suggest that your kids take a close look at
a penny. On the front is Lincoln's profile, but on the
back is a picture of the Lincoln Memorial with a very,
very, tiny image of Lincoln in the middle of it.

I also have a quiz and some other items of interest on my
website here:

http://www.ellenjackson.net/abraham_lincoln_77476.htm

Enjoy!

Ellen Jackson, author
ABE LINCOLN LOVED ANIMALS

Ellen Jackson's website for kids, parents, and teachers

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