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University of Iowa

Child Labor in u.s. History

For Students 9th - 10th
Article that summarizes the history of child labor in the United States with a timeline of events that occurred in the U.S. labor movement and with child labor reform from 1832 up to 1938 and the Fair Labor Standards Act. Provides links...
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Roosevelt's Reforms

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses how during Theodore Roosevelt's presidency, the Progressive movement gained momentum throughout the United States. Known for his "Square deal," and his role as a "Trustbuster", under Roosevelt's guidance Progressive...