Parent Guide > The Economic Bill of Rights

by President Franklin D. Roosevelt 1944

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 Economic Bill of Rights" by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

In this historical speech, "The Economic Bill of Rights," former U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt discusses the importance of ensuring that the basic needs of all citizens are met.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"What makes America unique?" and "What should the future look like?"

Ways to support your child:

  • Ask your child about this speech at home:
    • What was "The Economic Bill of Rights" about?
    • What did you learn about America?
    • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
  • Watch the following clips with your child at home: