See here, my

friend," Lincoln

said to him, "you

are not able to do

this job."

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I know I'm not," replied the man, money to buy some shoes, and I've do it."

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but I need the

simply got to

"Go inside and warm yourself," said Lincoln. "I think I can tackle that job."

Lincoln had split rails so long that he knew how to handle an ax. In a short time the old hut had disappeared, and in its place stood a good pile of stovewood.

When the old man came back to the work Lincoln said, "I believe that will bring you a dollar."

The shoes were bought, and long after they were worn out Lincoln's kindness was remembered.

Words That Show Possession

How do you write a word to show that it expresses ownership or possesssion? In the following sentences find the words that show possession:

1. Lincoln's stepmother said that he was the best boy she ever knew.

2. Lincoln searched until he found the bird's nest. 3. The old man's clothes were thin.

4. Lincoln read the soldier's letter.

Think of some one in your community whom you would like to hear talk about Abraham Lincoln or Washington. Decide on the time when you wish this person to come to talk to you. Each pupil in the room may write an invitation to him. A committee of the class may look over the invitations and select five of the best. From these five the teacher will choose one to be sent to the person whom you invite.

Before you write, talk over in class what you will say in your letter. Tell why you are sending the invitation, and when the talk is to be given. Be careful to use the right form for a letter. See page 17.

A BRAVE AND TRUTHFUL MAN

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Write on small cards or pieces of paper different amounts of money; as, five cents, ten cents, fifty cents, one dollar, etc. Give one card to each child. A leader calls on a pupil, who rises and says, “I have fifty cents. I shall buy ten oranges.' Another pupil is called, and says, "I have five cents. I shall buy a pencil." Each child must say I have and I shall.

A Brave and Truthful Man

Read the following stories about Washington. What do they tell you as to the kind of man he was? What shows that he was brave? What shows that he was truthful?

WASHINGTON AND THE COLT

George Washington's mother had several young horses that had not been broken. One of them, a spirited sorrel, was so wild that no one had been able to ride it. George was determined to ride this colt, and he told the other boys that if they would help him catch it, he would ride and tame it.

Early in the morning they set out for the pasture, where the boys managed to surround the sorrel and put a bit in his mouth. Washington sprang upon his back, the boys dropped the bridle, and away flew the angry animal. The horse backed about the field, rearing and plunging. The boys were very much frightened, but Washington kept his seat. He never lost command of himself or of the colt. It seemed at last as if the horse

had been mastered, when suddenly the creature leaped into the air with a tremendous bound. It was his last. A blood vessel burst, and the noble horse fell dead.

The boys were soon called to breakfast. Washington's mother, knowing that they had been in the fields, began to ask them about her stock.

Pray, young gentlemen," said she, "have you seen my blooded colts in the fields? I hope they are well taken care of. My favorite, the sorrel, is as large as his father."

The boys looked at each other, but no one liked to speak. Mrs. Washington repeated her question. Then George spoke.

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'The sorrel is dead, madam," he said. "I killed him." And then he told the whole story. His mother flushed with anger, but she controlled herself, and presently said quietly:

"It is too bad; but while I regret the loss of my favorite, I rejoice in my son who always speaks the truth."

Where does the first part of the above story end? the second part? the third part?

Tell the story by parts.

WASHINGTON IN BATTLE

On a cold night in January Washington's men marched rapidly over frozen roads to Princeton, New Jersey. Early in the morning, after this hard night of marching, they came in sight of the Redcoats, and fighting began. Washington knew that his men were tired. To encourage them to do their best he rode directly to the front,

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within thirty yards of the enemy. He waved his hat to his men, and called to them to keep their ground. His presence and bravery in the face of danger gave the troops courage.

An American officer, writing about the battle, said of Washington:

"Our army love their general very much, but they regret one thing about him, which is the little care he takes of himself in any action. His personal bravery and the desire he has of animating his troops by example make him fearless of danger. This occasions us much uneasiness. But Heaven, which has hitherto been his shield, I hope will continue to guard so valuable a life!" Tell the story of Washington at Princeton. Tell what his officer wrote about his risking his life in battle.

Think over what you wish to tell and express it in complete sentences.

Dictation

Read the following paragraph, noticing the capitals and the punctuation marks. When it is dictated, try to write it perfectly.

The twenty-second of February is Washington's birthday. On that day we like to remember this great and good man. We honor Washington because he was wise, brave, and truthful.

A Blackboard Paragraph

Work out on the blackboard a paragraph about Washington's Birthday. Be sure that you have a