The Lincoln Memorial: Myths, Legends, and Facts

by Katie Clark

Overview

Abraham Lincoln gazes across the Washington Mall, his stone eyes all seeing. A grand memorial commemorating this much loved president is well known but do you know the history behind the monument? Historic, primary source photos and explorative infographics help kids learn even more about this famous memorial.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781491402054
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	07/01/2014
Series:	Monumental History
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.75(w) x 8.75(h) x 0.38(d)
Lexile:	790L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Katie Clark has been telling stories since she was seven years old. When she grew up and realized people liked hearing the stories, well, she was hooked. Katie’s published works include multiple children’s books for the educational market, including A Tour of Your Muscular and Skeletal Systems with Capstone Press. You can learn more at her website, www.katieclarkwrites.com.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Honoring Lincoln 4

Chapter 2 Lincoln, the Memorial 8

Chapter 3 The Building 14

Chapter 4 The Statue 18

Chapter 5 The Memorial Today 24

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Critical Thinking Using the Common 31

Internet Sites 32

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2014
Gr 4–6—This fascinating series delves into the shadows of some of America's most iconic monuments to reveal the intrigue, conflict, and scandal that surrounded their construction. A host of design elements are sure to keep readers engaged. A handful of tantalizing questions such as "What do [the Lincoln Memorial's] columns mean" and "Was [Mount Rushmore] sculpted by a man who valued democracy, or did he have a secret agenda?" introduces each title. Occasional sidebars grab readers' attention with facts that have the aura of insider information—for instance, ways in which the finished Mount Rushmore sculptures differed from the original scale model. An expertly curated collection of photos, drawings, and ephemera round out each title with flair and substance. For instance, an early plan for the Lincoln Memorial depicts a ziggurat, a far cry from the columned temple so recognizable today. Concise but informative, this series is a valuable addition to most collections.

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