Resources: Labor movement/economics

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Tight Times

A young boy is not allowed to have a pet because his family can't afford it. He finds a starving kitten the same day his father loses his job. This story explores the economic situation of a family and describes how the family members respond to tough times and job loss.

Type: Book: Picture • Grade Level: 1 - 3: Primary
Categories: Labor movement/economics 
Keywords: economic difficulties  recession 

The Lorax

Dr. Seuss's powerful and poetic warning about the effects of "biggering" and mindless consumption. The story ends with a hopeful "unless...."

Type: Book: Fiction • Grade Level: All Grades
Categories: Labor movement/economics 
Keywords: pollution  environment  interconnectedness 

Rethinking Schools

A non-profit publishing operation started by Milwaukee teachers in 1986. They publish a quarterly magazine, numerous books about curriculum and policy, and an on-line website. Go to their website (www.rethinkingschools.org) to request a free catalog or ca

Type: Organization: Milwaukee • Phone Number: 414-964-9646 • Email: rsonline@execpc.com
Categories: Labor movement/economics 
Keywords: curricula  equity  anti-racism  Social Justice 

Wisconsin Labor History Society

This website has a variety of resources helpful to teachers and students, including short summaries of Wisconsin labor history, other labor-related internet links and several useful bibliographies of labor-oriented books well suited for children and high

Type: Website: Student Friendly • Grade Level: All Grades
Url: http://www.wisconsinlaborhistory.org/
Categories: Labor movement/economics 
Keywords: labor movement  unions  strike 

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