| Happy 200th Birthday, President
Lincoln! |
Our 16th U.S. President, Abraham Lincoln, would have celebrated his 200th birthday on February 12, 2009. To honor him, we have collected a number of books, articles, stories, and other features about Lincoln and topics related to his Presidency. Enjoy!
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Article
Freedom for the Planter
Robert Smalls becomes a hero when he sails his family to freedom
from slavery. |
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Article
A Thirst for Education
Mary Bethune fulfilled her dream of starting
a school for African American girls. |
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Article
Stephen Bishop: Cave Explorer
This African-American slave became the "prince of guides" at
Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. |
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Story
The Birthmark
Jenny finds solace in an unlikely friend. |
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Story
The Sign
Jess and Ma helped a runaway slave escape, but how will they
know that he is safe? |
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