Lesson Plan
Lincoln Primary Source Gallery
Find primary sources, such as photos, original documents, and speeches from Abraham Lincoln's life, that offer an unfiltered view of past events that shaped the world today.
- Grades:Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Grades 9–12
Primary sources, such as photos, original documents, and speeches (all the things that were around when that piece of history was made), offer an unfiltered view of the events that shaped the world today.
As you dig into the following Abraham Lincoln resrouces, try using a historical timeline of Lincoln's life as a guide. Once you're ready to start a project, find tips for conducting research. Be sure to get the right tips to write a winning research report.
Abraham Lincoln Resources
Abraham Lincoln Art Gallery
Find dozens of true-to-life images of Lincoln throughout his political lifetime.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum
Take a virtual tour of the home of many Lincoln artifacts and view a timeline of his life.
Abraham Lincoln Papers at the Library of Congress
Browse or search Lincoln's letters, original drafts of the Emancipation Proclamation, and even sheet music of songs about the 16th President.
Teachers: Find ways to make the most of teaching with authentic history.
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- Subjects:Research Skills, Politics, The Presidency, Historic Documents, Historic Figures, Power, Authority, and Governance, Presidents' Day
- Skills:Primary Sources, Social Studies, Research Skills
