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Abraham Lincoln in Central Illinois: Exploring His Early Life and Impact

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Ages 7-10
Live One-Time Class
Delve into Abraham Lincoln's pivotal moments and their impact on history from multiple perspectives in this immersive class on Central Illinois, emphasizing critical analysis of key events and gathering information from diverse sources!
Average rating:
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Number of reviews:
(18 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
2-4 learners per class
55 min

What's included

1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 2 - 4
This one time class on Abraham Lincoln in Central Illinois offers a captivating journey into the formative years of one of America's greatest leaders. We will start with an examination of what types of sources we have, both primary and secondary, and what these many different sources tell us. Some of the primary sources are told through his own correspondence.  This immersive educational experience delves into Lincoln's life and explores the profound impact of his time spent in central Illinois.

Young students will gain a deep understanding of Lincoln's early experiences, from his humble beginnings in rural Kentucky to his influential years in New Salem and Springfield, Illinois. The class will examine Lincoln's legal career, his involvement in politics, and his evolving stance on crucial issues such as slavery. 

Moreover, the course will look at the significance of central Illinois as a backdrop for Lincoln's growth as a lawyer, statesman, and advocate for social justice. Participants will explore historical landmarks, such as Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, Postville Courthouse, and the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, while examining their role in shaping Lincoln's character and political ideologies.

By the end of the class, participants will develop an understanding of Lincoln's early life in central Illinois and appreciate the profound impact this region had on his remarkable journey towards becoming the 16th President of the United States.

Learning Goals

SS.K-2.IS.3	With guidance and support gather relevant information from multiple sources to analyze information.
SS.2.EC.1	Demonstrate how our choices can affect ourselves and others in positive and negative ways.
SS.2.H.2.2	Examine key events that changed history from multiple perspectives, including the perspectives of diverse individuals, cultures, and groups.

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Children's book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abraham_Lincoln_(Parin_d%27Aulaire_book) Websites about his life in Central IL. I will be sharing photos from these places as well. https://www.lincolnsnewsalem.com/tour.html https://presidentlincoln.illinois.gov/ https://destinationlogancountyil.com/postville-courthouse https://www.lookingforlincoln.org/explore/flat-lincoln https://www.lookingforlincoln.org/education/8thcircuit/history.html

Meet the teacher

Joined December, 2019
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Bachelor's Degree in Education from Middle Tennessee State University
Central Illinois is my home.  I'd love to share with you all I know about Abe.

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