The Animated Story Of Abraham Lincoln Video On Interactive DVD
Available with both English and Spanish Language and Audio.
This fascinating story inspires viewers with the life of America's most beloved president. Abraham Lincoln (aka,Honest Abe) is noted for his lasting influence on U.S. politics, promoting the idea of nationalism, enlarging the control of the federal government, and by encouraging free labor.
Little-Known Facts: Lincoln, Illinois is the only town in the United States named for and by Abraham Lincoln before he became President Lincoln's administration is credited with issuing the first national Greenbacks (paper money), setting up the Department of Agriculture, and imposing the first income tax. Lincoln and his wife, Mary Todd, had 4 sons, with only one surviving into adulthood.
Main Characters: Abraham Lincoln, Mary Lincoln, their sons Tad and Willie, John Hay, William Seward, Frederick Douglass.
Overall Theme: Abraham Lincoln committed himself to the cause of democracy and the Union. With his dedication to these ideals and his uncompromising stand on critical issues, Lincoln saved our nation and carved out an immortal place in world history.Summary:Abraham Lincoln (February 12, 1809-April 15, 1865) was born in Hardin County, Kentucky and served as the 16th President of the United States. An outspoken challenger of the institution of slavery, he issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863 and promoted the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution in 1865. He also was responsible for the Proclamation of Thanksgiving. The newly elected President, Abraham Lincoln, and his family are leaving their hometown for the journey to Washington. He bids his friends and neighbors farewell. We can see that Lincoln gains strength from his family, especially from his sons Tad and Willie. He needs all the strength he can find. His great cause: the American Union is divided in a Civil War. But Mr. Lincoln is no ordinary man. He leads his nation through its darkest hour, finding strength and solace where he can. Abraham Lincoln struggles with the idea of abolishing slavery. He knows that freeing the slaves is not without political and military risk. During this time, Lincoln must also deal with a personal tragedy. His son, Willie, is deathly ill. Despite the efforts of the doctors, Willie dies. Reflecting on the sorrow and shortness of life, Lincoln comes to know what he must do. He issues the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing the slaves.The war drags on and hundreds of thousands die. Lincoln is invited to Pennsylvania to help consecrate a military cemetery at Gettysburg. Lincoln's short speech is a meditation on dedication to democratic principles which nobly expresses the reasons for all the bloody and costly struggle of ending civil war.There is celebration in the land when the war finally ends. Unfortunately, Lincoln does not live to oversee the reunion of the nation he loved. Killed by an assassin's bullet, Lincoln becomes yet another martyr to the cause he served so well. His was a life of courage,faith and supreme dedication.
Background: Everything that is important to us in this life requires dedication. Men like Abraham Lincoln show us that maintaining our faith, our family and our country demands a sense of dedication that must be consistently renewed through experience. His commitment to values, beliefs and faith are embodied in the founding principles of our nation.
BONUS Resource & Activity Books: Each interactive DVD includes a 48-page Resource & Activity Book full of skill-developing activities, word games, puzzles, coloring pages, and more! Provides hours of fun and learning for the entire family! The special "Certificate of Achievement" located in the back of the book serves as an excellent award your child can display after completing the activities.
Principles and Values Taught in This Video: Honesty, Friendship, Love, Peacemaking, Faith, Patriotism, Judgment, Wisdom, Fortitude, and Dedication.
