A Brief History of Labor Day - [ Kids/Teens ] - Traces the origin of this western celebration. Also tells when it is celebrated in other parts of the world and what it is called in those places.
The History of Labor Day - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Offers profiles of labor leaders, photos of working conditions, and actual film footage of turn-of-the-century factories. From the History Channel.
Labor Day - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Relates the history of the day, explains its significance, and describes ways in which people celebrate the holiday.
A Labor Day Quiz - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Short quiz tests knowledge of labor practices and U.S. history.
Origins of Labour Day - [ Kids/Teens ] - Tells how the holiday started in Canada and spread to the US.
PBS Online NewsHour: Origins of Labor Day - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Explores how late 19th century labor unrest and fledgling unions contributed to the rise of this holiday.
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