The Industrial Revolution (Cornerstones of Freedom: Third Series)

by Melissa McDaniel

Overview

Learn about the sweeping changes, benefits and social problems that accompanied the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century.

Even before the first glorious ring of the Liberty Bell, America was a land of freedom and promise. The Cornerstones of Freedom series explores what inspires people from all over the world to start life anew here, endure the economic and social upheavals, and defend the land and rights that are unique to the United States of America. Changes from the Industrial Revolution included convenience, more consumer goods, and greater wealth, along with child labor, pollution, and poor living and working conditions for industrial workers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531265628
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/08/2011
Series:	Cornerstones of Freedom: Third Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.10(d)
Lexile:	940L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

About the Author

McDaniel is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City.

Table of Contents

Setting the Scene: A Need for Machines 6

Chapter 1 Into the Factory 8

Chapter 2 The Revolution Comes to America 18

Chapter 3 On the Move 28

Chapter 4 Progress and Problems 40

Map of the Events: What Happened Where? 52

The Story Continuous: The Seeds of Innovation 54

Influential Individuals 56

Timeline 58

Living History 60

Resources 61

Glossary 62

Index 63

About the Author 64