About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about how life used to be or when they express frustration with modern chores and schoolwork. This engaging history guide invites children to step into the past, comparing their current daily routines to the lives of kids during Abraham Lincoln's era. It explores everything from the lack of indoor plumbing and the reality of one-room schoolhouses to the creative ways children played without modern technology. The book centers on themes of resilience and gratitude, helping children aged 7 to 10 appreciate modern comforts while admiring the grit of pioneer families. It is an excellent choice for parents looking to foster a sense of perspective and historical curiosity. By framing history through the lens of a child's everyday experience, it makes the 19th century feel accessible and personal rather than just a collection of dates and names.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and direct. It touches on the hardships of pioneer life, such as physical labor and limited resources, in a matter-of-fact way. It does not shy away from the reality of hard work but maintains a hopeful and inquisitive tone.
Ideal Reader
An elementary student who loves 'did you know' facts and is beginning to develop an interest in social history. It is perfect for the child who enjoys role-playing or building forts and wants to know the 'rules' of the past.
