"The 200th Birthday of Abraham Lincoln provides a wonderful opportunity to focus on President Lincoln's strengths of character, qualities of leadership, and belief in the pursuit of equality exemplified during one of the most difficult periods in American history. I hope teachers everywhere will study Lincoln this year and encourage their students to look for the Lincoln Hero in their own personal lives and write about them in the
'Looking for your Lincoln Hero' contest."

-Mario Cuomo, former New York governor and author of Why Lincoln Matters

"...America's 16th President remains a beacon of hope that continues to light the way to our country's future...." - Harold Holzer Abraham Lincoln, American Hero by Harold Holzer Harold Holzer, a leading authority on Abraham Lincoln. "...I would like to propose tonight that well before April 14, 1865, Abraham Lincoln had already, decisively earned the status of American hero. And legendary modesty notwithstanding, Lincoln worked as hard as any post-assassination mythmaker to reach that pinnacle..." (more)
Tom Lincoln's Homestead, Charleston, Illinois. Watercolor painting by Artist Laureate of Illinois, Kay Smith. The last home of Lincoln's father and stepmother, Sarah Bush Lincoln... ...read more See More Lincoln Artwork
				Abraham Lincoln The official biography of the MY HERO Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration		Honest Abe Do you know why Lincoln was called "Honest Abe?
				The Global Lincoln Abraham Lincoln has become a global figure and inspiration to so many leaders around the world.		Lincoln & Freedom For Lincoln, liberty was a vital but fragile concept, which needed to be nurtured.
				Lincoln's Family Mr. Lincoln was devoted to his wife and three sons and family played an important role at the White House.		Lincoln's Experiences with Slavery Lincoln believed that slavery was a grave injustice to all and an enormous crime.
				Lincoln's Words Lincoln's skill in creating clear, poetic, and honest communication was a powerful tool.		Lincoln's Sons What was it like to have Lincoln as a father? Learn here.
	Jean Powers Soman celebrates Lincoln for inspiring and influencing her character and hopes for the future.			Jesse Jackson believes that Lincoln can be our North Star for creating a more perfect Union.		Baron Hill Congressman Hill honors the mothers who helped shape Lincoln.
	Mr. Lincoln & Friends Lincoln's ability to forge friendships had a lot to do with the way he met and greeted people.			Pets and Children Lincoln had a particular fondness and sensitivity towards pets and children		Physical Courage Lincoln used his physical courage and stature to become a peacemaker.
	Lincoln's Personality Lincoln's values, actions, and personal traits earned him respect and friendship			Lincoln's Humor & Personality Lincoln made many friends and relieved many tense situations through his wit.		Impressions of a National Hero: Inside An Abstract Abe Lincoln Essay & Artwork by Susan Gabriel Bunn for The MY HERO Project
				Reading List		Reading List
	Dr. Wayne C. Temple talks about all the important gifts that Lincoln gave to us.			K-6th Grade A reading list for young readers, in Kindergarten through 6th grade.		Young Adults A reading list for students in grades 7-12, and curious adults, too.
	Visit www.lincolnbicentennial.gov for more information on Abraham Lincoln, and for resources and activities for teachers and kids.