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Abraham, Tad, and Mary Todd Lincoln

Significant People in Illinois History

Prepared by Ann Gardner in conjunction with Governors State University

This unit uses primary resources as a learning tool to teach Third Graders about significant individuals in Illinois history. The class will work in cooperative groups to research "Significant Individuals in Illinois History". They will focus on Illinois Standards in Reading, Writing, and Social Studies. Each student will research another significant Illinoisan and present his/her research to the class.

1818 Map of Illinois
Liberty in clouds, holding American flag and Illinois state seal. White envelope with colored ink. Image on left with "Union" on top-right in stars and stripes.
1861 Railroad Map of Illinois