Presidents' Day: Fun-Filled History Lessons
The mutton chops and top hat, the powdered white curls and wooden teeth.
How could a child not be fascinated by iconic presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln?
The life history and legacy of the first and 16th presidents are American classroom staples that never go out of style. "Their exploits as young men have appeal for children of all ages," says Jonathan Brand, high school history teacher and headmaster of Chelsea Academy in Front Royal, Va. "Their roles in shaping the American republic and presence in modern kids' history lessons are without equal."
The bicentennial of Lincoln's birth is Thursday, and events abound throughout the Washington area for families to satisfy their thirst for information about his life and contributions. "So many things about Lincoln's life story are relatable to every American. And the field of study on Lincoln is so dynamic; 200 years after his birth, we're still discovering new items and continually learning more about him," says Erin Carlson Mast, curator of President Lincoln's Cottage.
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How could a child not be fascinated by iconic presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln?
The life history and legacy of the first and 16th presidents are American classroom staples that never go out of style. "Their exploits as young men have appeal for children of all ages," says Jonathan Brand, high school history teacher and headmaster of Chelsea Academy in Front Royal, Va. "Their roles in shaping the American republic and presence in modern kids' history lessons are without equal."
The bicentennial of Lincoln's birth is Thursday, and events abound throughout the Washington area for families to satisfy their thirst for information about his life and contributions. "So many things about Lincoln's life story are relatable to every American. And the field of study on Lincoln is so dynamic; 200 years after his birth, we're still discovering new items and continually learning more about him," says Erin Carlson Mast, curator of President Lincoln's Cottage.