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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: What Is Work?

For Students 9th - 10th
Have you ever been assigned a chapter to read for homework? After you finish you may think to yourself, "That was a lot of work!" You might be surprised to learn that in the scientific sense, reading a chapter is not work at all!In...
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University of Wisconsin

Center on Education & Work

For Students 9th - 10th
Investigate the world of work and careers using the Center on Education & Work resources.
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Employment Spot

Employment Spot: Labor Day

For Students 9th - 10th
Today, most Americans view Labor Day as the last chance to take a dip in the pool, a great excuse to barbecue with friends or a farewell to summer. But in 1894, when Labor Day was declared a legal holiday, the day was a celebration of...
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Other

Afl Cio: Labor Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this resource to explore the development of labor unions in the United States. The interactive timeline allows you to scroll through the periods of labor development.