| | | Progressive Movement, The |
|  | | |  The Progressive Movement at the turn of the 20th century was a response to the major social problems left in the wake of the nation's unbridled industrial expansion and the massive influx of new immigrants from Europe. See how Progressive Era reformers sought to gain citizen control over the nation's monopolistic corporations, and witness the success they had improving the lives and working conditions of America's industrial workforce. Viewers will also learn about the suffrage movement, Progressive-era crusaders like Jacob Riis and W.E.B. DuBois, as well as other more radical groups such as the Socialists and the Industrial Workers of the World. Part of the United States History Video Collection, a comprehensive series that supplements textbooks for the entire American history curriculum. A Teacher's Guide is included and available online. | " …Intermixing still and archival footage (with enhanced sound effects), excellent commentary from academic historians, and a stirring musical sound track, this superb series will offer students and general interest viewers a solid grounding in American history while providing immensely entertaining insights beyond the standard textbook fare...Highly recommended...Editor's Choice." - Video Librarian
"...an excellent addition to an American history collection in school and public libraries. Covering a specific time period, or a theme within an era, they can be used as an introduction, summary, or review....This excellent series will hold the interest of students." - School Library Journal
"...this impressive 20-volume chronology considers the social, cultural, and political history of the U.S....Another solid, well-produced series from this producer." - Booklist
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| Grades 5 to 12
Color, B&W, Live Action
Closed-Captioned
Copyright 1996
MARC Record Available
Catalog Card Kit Available
Single Main Entry Card Available
Teacher's Guide Available: Download Now
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