Parent Guide > The Election of 1860
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "The Election of 1860" by USHistory.org.
This information text describes the lead-up to and outcomes of the 1860 presidential election of Abraham Lincoln, which sparked the Civil War.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of America as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"How has America changed over time?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "The Election of 1860" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: