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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: John Dewey

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth biography of the American philosopher and educational reformer, John Dewey (1859-1952).
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Other

Kingwood Library: American Cultural History: 1900 1909

For Students 9th - 10th
Peruse this comprehensive resource to find information regarding American history and culture, such as the arts and literature, from 1900 to 1909. Hyperlinks to additional information.
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Polytechnic School: The Progressive Era

For Students 9th - 10th
A great outline that highlights the important parts of the Progressive Era from those involved in reforms to the reform programs themselves. Not much detail, but good information.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Roots of the Movement

For Students 5th - 8th
Progressivism got a push from the Populist movement, a reaction to the forgettable presidents and laissez-faire government in the Gilded Age. Find a listing of authors who wrote about progressive ideas, and see what influence populism...