Abe Lincoln's Hat

Reach for this book when your child feels frustrated by their own forgetfulness or feels like their 'messy' way of doing things doesn't fit in. While many biographies focus on Abraham Lincoln as a stoic monument, this story introduces him as a relatable, slightly scattered frontier lawyer who used his tall black hat as a mobile filing cabinet for notes, checkbooks, and letters. It is an ideal choice for normalizing different organizational styles and showing that brilliance often comes with quirks. Beyond the humor of the hat, the book touches on Lincoln's growth from a self-taught lawyer to a leader seeking justice. It is written at a Step 3 reading level, making it perfect for 6 to 9-year-olds who are transitioning to longer texts. Parents will appreciate how it humanizes a historical icon, transforming him from a figure on a penny into a real person who struggled to keep track of his papers just like a second grader might struggle to keep track of their homework.