Children of the Great Depression [SCM]
by Russell Freedman Author
Drawing on memoirs, diaries, letters, and other first-hand accounts, acclaimed author Russell Freedman takes a close look at the lives of young Americans during the Great Depression. Illustrated with classic archival photography. Presents the hard times of the era but in terms and images that should not disturb most children.
Additional Details
- Resource Type
- Book
- ISBN
- 0618446303
- Print Status
- In Print
- Chapters
- 8
- Pages
- 118
- Suggested Grades
- 4th - 12th
- Geographical Setting
- United States
- Historical Setting
- 1930 - 1940
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
- Copyright
- 2005
Chapters
- 1 The Sight of My Father Crying
- 2 Ill-Housed, Ill-Clad, Ill-Nourished
- 3 In and Out of School
- 4 Kids at Work
- 5 Okie, Go Home!
- 6 Boxcar Kids
- 7 The Lone Ranger and Captain Midnight
- 8 A Brighter Tomorrow
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Appropriate but ill-clad photo
Reviewed by Parent/Teacher
The photos add a lot to this book and are realistic without being sensationalized. Just so you know, the photo on page 55 does contain a young child wearing only a shirt. The photo does a great job of showing the poverty of the family, but I just thought I'd mention that one aspect so parents won't be surprised.