The Lincoln-Douglas Debates of 1858

Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this Civil War lesson, students examine sources regarding the views of Lincoln and Douglas about Reconstruction....

Unfamiliar with the Lincoln-Douglas Debate format? Check out this resource that details the procedures of the debate, the roles and responsibilities of each participant, and the timing of each round.  

Students analyze two life masks of Abraham Lincoln. In this Life Masks of Lincoln activity students determine which events during his presidency formed the change in Lincoln's countenance. Lastly students create a timeline of important...

For a comprehensive overview of debate styles and formats, look at this resource. It details the Lincoln-Douglas debate format (one-to-one debate with specific, timed rounds of points, cross-examination, and rebuttals). You can also find...

High schoolers research the Lincoln-Douglas debate and prepare to debate themselves.  In this speech and forensics lesson students analyze the Lincold-douglas debate, research a controversial topic and prepare an argument for debate.

Explore the Lincoln Douglas debates with this short, interactive, online worksheet. Unfortunatley, there are only four questions provided, but it could be a quick assessment, if needed. 

Learners utilize an interactive map to explore the 1858 Senate campaign in Illinois. They examine how factors such as population, transportation, and party strongholds can affect campaign strategies. Students write an essay discussing...

Suggested topics for a role play debate include school uniforms and culpability for drunk driving, but any issue of interest to your class will work. What are the hot issues in your community or on the news right now? Class members...

In this online interactive history quiz worksheet, students respond to 50 multiple choice questions about Abraham Lincoln. Students may submit their answers to be scored.

Students examine Abraham Lincoln's political views about slavery. In this American Civil War lesson, students determine how Lincoln's beliefs led to the restriction of slavery in American territories. Student also analyze the party...