Labor Day honors the contributions of working people and the ongoing efforts to secure dignity, fairness, and rights in the workplace. This collection brings Labor Day history into focus not just for the holiday, but throughout the year, with lesson plans, activities, and resources that explore the labor movement’s roots, its leaders, and the evolving role of unions in American life.
Designed for K-12 educators and families, these materials connect students with the stories behind strikes, protests, workplace reforms, and labor organizing. Whether you’re teaching about historic movements or current events, you’ll find resources here that build understanding and spark discussion.
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