Rapid industrialization in the early 20th century dramatically changed the nature of work in the United States. In 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire revealed just how unsafe working conditions were. 146 garment workers, most of whom were young immigrant women, died when a fire broke out in a factory with locked exit doors and inadequate fire safety measures. Public outrage over the disaster led to major workplace safety reforms and stronger labor laws in the United States.
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Rapid industrialization in the early 20th century dramatically changed the nature of work in the United States. In 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire revealed just how unsafe working conditions were. 146 garment workers, most of whom were young immigrant women, died when a fire broke out in a factory with locked exit doors and…
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When the United Nations was created in 1945, it served to bring countries together to prevent future wars and to collaborate on solving global challenges like poverty, injustice, and inequality. Since then, the world has faced new and evolving crises—from climate change to global pandemics to widening economic gaps—that demand urgent, united action.
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World War II represents one of the most pivotal eras in modern history. The immense scale of the war brings with it millions of historical records, artifacts, and stories and organizations across the world have used these to create lasting memorials to the veterans who served. This inquiry explores some of those endeavors and asks…
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The American annexation of Hawaii had the potential to end thousands of years of rich Hawaiian language and culture. Without efforts by native Hawaiians to save Hawaii’s identity, it could have easily been lost. In this inquiry, students will weigh which of the efforts to preserve Hawaiian identity was most impactful.
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Solar, Wind, Hydropower, and Geothermal energy all provide cleaner alternatives to energy produced by coal, fossil fuels, and natural gas. However, the infrastructure to produce and use these cleaner energies is still growing. In this inquiry students will investigate the compelling question, “How do we ensure our energy is clean?”
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Over the course of U.S. history, many groups have fought for rights and representation. In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed, giving comprehensive civil rights representation to Americans with disabilities. In this inquiry, students will investigate the compelling question, “What’s the result of citizens’ fight for rights?”
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