Lewis Hine: Photographs of Child Labor

Lewis Hine was a teacher in the early 20th Century who became so concerned about the abuses and evils of Industrial era child labor in the U.S. that he quit his job teaching and toured the country taking photographs of child laborers of all stripes.  His photos were later instrumental in the adoption of child labor laws in this country.  Check out his photos and the accompanying lesson plan ideas if you’d like to explore concepts like the rights of the child, family, work, health, self, community, heroes of history, class, agism, photography/documentary work, the power of art to change society, or being a courageous ally.

Photos are here: http://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/hine-photos/

And lesson plan ideas are here: http://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/hine-photos/activities.html

Link Spotlight: The Ultimate Critical Thinker/Courageous Ally Resource Link?

Well we’re very excited and grateful to Natalie Goodnow for sharing this amazing website, which is overflowing with resources about social justice, diversity, and the history of hegemony.  It’s called the ZINN EDUCATION PROJECT, and you can search by time period, theme, or even by resource type!  Check it out:

http://zinnedproject.org/

or on facebook (lots of different and great material)

https://www.facebook.com/ZinnEducationProject