So many aspects of Abraham Lincoln’s life and legacy provide valuable teaching opportunities:

-His rise from poverty to power
-His speeches and writings
-His evolving views on slavery and emancipation
-His portrayal in art, music, and poetry
-His leadership

The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission (ALBC) seeks to provide reliable information for teachers to utilize in their classrooms. The above links provide further information about Lincoln, his life, and his influence.