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Washington D. C.
As a brief overview of Washington D.C. and famous landmarks, this resource could be used as a supplement to a social studies unit. The presentation refers to President Bush, but could be altered to include information about the current...
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Recognizing Exact Numbers or Estimates
In this estimation activity, students read a word problem about the Lincoln Memorial and then answer 4 fill in the blank questions where they decide whether they need to use an exact number or an estimate to answer each question.
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The Unfinished Lincoln Memorial
Students develop a list of images of President Abraham Lincoln: for example, self-taught youth, great debater, advocate of abolition of slavery and assassinated hero. They must determine if these images of Lincoln stand up under scrutiny.
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National Park Service: Lincoln Memorial Interactive
Interactive tour of the Lincoln Memorial, with a selection of zoomable panoramas, lets you view the memorial inside and out. Clickable hotspots open windows that have additional details about the structure, the grounds surrounding the...
US National Archives
Our Documents: Official Program for March on Washington(1963)
Contains a copy of the original program for the March on Washington that featured Martin Luther King. Provides a summary of the civil rights movement at that time.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Themepark: Liberty: United States Historical Places
Find a large collection of internet resources organized around historical places. Links to places to go, people to see, things to do, teacher resources, and bibliographies.
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National Park Service: We Shall Overcome: Lincoln Memorial
Pictures and text recount the March on Washington and King's speech at the Lincoln Memorial at this National Park Service site.
US National Archives
Nara: Teaching With Documents: Unfinished Lincoln Memorial Interactive Lesson
This interactive link provides both learners and teachers with historical insight to the symbolism behind the dramatic construction of one of our nation's greatest monuments. Site includes pictures of various moments in the construction...
Kidport
Symbols of America
Students will learn about America's most popular symbols through short multiple choice questions. They can find more specific information by clicking on the American Icons link.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Statues and Memorials: The Lincoln Memorial (3 5)
Find interesting facts on the Lincoln Memorial located in Washington, DC which honors president Abraham Lincoln.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission
Explore Pa History: Marian Anderson
Examine the historical contributions of world renown opera singer and Pennsylvania native, Marian Anderson in this concise biography.
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: American Women: Marian Anderson
A brief, but powerful, biography of Marian Anderson, who broke racial barriers with her beautiful voice. See a portrait of her depicting her concert at the Lincoln Memorial.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: The Lincoln Memorial
National Public Radio looks at the creation of the Lincoln Memorial, the controversies surrounding its design, and its political significance over the past 80 years.
Read Works
Read Works: Happy Birthday!
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about celebrating Abraham Lincoln's birthday. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: What Is a Memorial?
[Free Registration/Login Required] This passage defines the term "memorial" and describes the following famous ones: Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Questions that...
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Read Works: Nick Visits the Lincoln Memorial
[Free Registration/Login Required] A literary text about a boy named Nick who visited the Lincoln Memorial while on vacation with his family. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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National Park Service: National Mall
This site is from the National Park Service. No shoe stores at this mall! Find out about our national "front yard" -- statistics, a link to the history of the National Mall, and a listing of all the monuments on the Mall. Also includes a...
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National Park Service: Lincoln Memorial
The National Park's official site for the Lincoln Memorial.
Other
History View: Lincoln Memorial
Take a virtual field trip to visit the Lincoln Memorial, an American national monument built to honor the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.
Other
Cyark: Lincoln Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC stands as a tribute to the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. You can learn about this memorial structure through the exhibit and 3D explorer featured here.
Digital History
Digital History: The March on Washington
In August 1963, more than 200,000 people marched from the Washington Memorial to the Lincoln Memorial for civil rights. Read about that day in this brief article.
PBS
Pbs Interactive Map: Lincoln Statues Across the Country
Did you know there are over 200 statues and memorials of Lincoln in the United States? Click on each location to see a picture of the statue located there.
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Lincoln Statue
National Public Radio looks at the creation of the Lincoln Memorial, the controversies surrounding its design, and its political significance over the past 80 years.
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Architect's Drawing of the Lincoln Memorial
National Public Radio looks at the creation of the Lincoln Memorial, the controversies surrounding its design, and its political significance over the past 80 years.