Teach the American Civil War with these American Civil War picture books about slavery, the war, Harriet Tubman, Abraham Lincoln, and more. 
Illustrated books of the American Civil War
The Last Brother: A Civil War Tale by Noble Trinka Hakes
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Follows Gabe, a bugler in the union army who struggles to understand the meaning of his service after seeing his brothers and so many around him die. This heartwarming story of a boy who continues to serve while searching for the meaning behind the honor is a great way to delve into the civil war.
frank murphy’s brave clara barton (beginning reader)
This children’s version of Clara Barton’s biography tells of her time as a Civil War nurse and how she founded the American Red Cross. This story introduces readers to everything that is clearly attributed to the civil rights movement while also helping with reading comprehension!
ellen levine’s henry liberty box
henry has heard of birthdays, but he doesn’t have one himself because he’s not free. he though he hopes to be and someday he finds a way to get there. He reads on as Henry makes the journey to freedom in one of the most unique ways. via mailing north.
pink and say by patricia polacco
This story, which was passed down to Patricia through her family, reminds us of the seriousness of the civil war. She reads about two union soldiers who may seem different, but have the same problem of being in Confederate territory.
dulce clara and the liberty quilt by deborah hopkinson
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clara, like other slaves, dreams of freedom and when she hears the news of the underground railway, she hopes that this dream can come true. Using her quick thinking and the materials around her, she creates an escape plan quilt, keeping her plans hidden from her teacher. She reads this inspiring story that shows where hope and determination can lead.
You wouldn’t want to be a civil war soldier! by thomas ratliff
We always use the phrase “put yourself in their shoes” and this book allows children to do just that. learn about the historical facts and the reality of the civil war by becoming the main character of this book.
if you were a boy during the american civil war by wil mara
While many know the history behind the Civil War, they may not understand the reality of the tension within the United States during this period. this story of two friends who are on opposite sides of the fight gives us a new way to understand this tumultuous moment in history.
Illustrated books about abraham lincoln
I’m abraham lincoln by brad metzler
In this inspiring story for elementary school students, discover how Lincoln’s bravery led to the abolition of slavery.
looking at lincoln by maira kalman
He’s on the penny and the $5 bill, but who is Lincoln really? A young girl finds out! For younger children interested in history, watching Lincoln brings our 16th President alive, rather than just another name and face in a history book. no book on the American Civil War can completely avoid slavery, fanaticism, and death; but this can be a soft topic of conversation, aimed at preschool and kindergarten children.
just in time, abraham lincoln by patricia polacco
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polacco brings the story to life in a way that readers can easily understand in this adventurous story. During a visit to a civil war museum, two children meet Abraham Lincoln and life as it was in 1862.
abe lincoln: the boy who loved kay winters books
many have read books about abraham lincoln as our 16th president, but not about his life as a child. abe loved to read. Learn how that passion led him to be one of our nation’s great leaders!
Illustrated books about harriet tubman
moses: when harriet tubman led her people to freedom by carole weatherford
This Caldecott Honor Book is beautifully illustrated and tells the story of Harriet Tubman through poetic text.
I’m harriet tubman from brad metzler
brad metzler’s bestselling series, ordinary people change the world, is fun for kids in kindergarten through third grade. the stories are short and packed with powerful lessons about great historical figures.
bbefore she was harriet by lesa cline-ransome
In this honor book by Coretta Scott King Illustrator, we learn about Harriet Tubman by looking back on her life. This book does not have much text and has beautiful illustrations. is highly recommended get the book guide here.
an illustrated book of harriet tubman by david adler
david adler’s picture book series is a classic. From being born into slavery to bravely returning to help his people, this is a great tribute to Harriet Tubman.
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