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Freedom for All

Abraham Lincoln: Honest Abe

Day 35of 180
Week 7of 36
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Learning Objectives

1

Understand how Lincoln helped end slavery

2

Learn that all people are created equal by God

3

Recognize the importance of treating everyone with love

Galatians 3:28

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Galatians 3:28 (WEB)

Shows God values all people equally

📦 Materials Needed

  • Picture of Lincoln
  • Paper dolls representing different people
  • Coloring sheets
  • Crayons

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Show picture of Lincoln and talk about how he believed all people should be free

💭 Review Question: What makes people special to God?
2Teaching (10 min)

Lincoln worked hard to help slaves become free and believed everyone deserves respect

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Lincoln thought slavery was wrong
  • He believed God loves everyone
  • All people are important to God
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • How can we show love to everyone?
  • Why is it important to be kind to all people?
3Activity: Love Everyone Dolls (7 min)
hands-on

Create paper dolls representing different people and color them together

📝 Instructions:
  1. Give each child paper dolls
  2. Color dolls different colors
  3. Talk about how God loves everyone
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Pre-cut dolls for younger children

Challenge: Draw own unique dolls

4Closing (3 min)

Review what we learned about loving others

📝 Review Questions:
  • Who did Lincoln help become free?
  • Does God love everyone?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear Jesus, help us love everyone the way You love us. Amen.

Coming up: Next week, we'll learn more about being kind to others

Genesis 1:27

God created man in his own image, in God's image he created him; male and female he created them.

Genesis 1:27 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Trace verse on paper while repeating

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Introducing equality and respect for all people

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use simple language about love and respect
  • Emphasize God's love for all people
  • Be sensitive to diverse backgrounds
🤔 Common Struggles:

Understanding complex historical concepts

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child's ability to show empathy and kindness

Extension Activities

  • Read age-appropriate books about diversity
  • Create a kindness poster
  • Practice saying kind words to family members

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