Child Labor in America

Creator: Library of Congress | visit site

Grade Range: 6 - 11

This lesson plan explores child labor in America as an historical and social issue. After assuming the roles of historian, photojournalist, and news reporter, students are asked to critically respond to vintage 19th and 20th century photographs. Links to extensive online resources are provided. Good introduction to historical research using primary sources. Add to a unit on the Industrial Revolution.

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Tags

industrial revolution, evolution,

Subjects

American History, Social Studies, Social Studies,