Parent Guide > The Life of a U.S. Industrial Worker
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 Life of a U.S. Industrial Worker" by BirdBrain History.
In "The Life of a U.S. Industrial Worker," the text walks the reader through a typical day in the life of a U.S. industrial worker and the poor, unsafe conditions they faced.
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 :
"How has America changed over time?" and "What are the costs and benefits of technology?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "The Life of a U.S. Industrial Worker" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: