When is Labor Day?
The first Monday of September.
Children used to work in factories. True or False?
True! 120 years ago, children had jobs and did not get summer breaks.
Did workers fall asleep at work because they were too tired?
YES!
What is a union?
An organization of working people.
Unions worked with businesses to make all the changes that we have today. True or False?
TRUE!
Do unions have the power to make good changes?
Yes, by working together.
What is Labor Day?
An extra day off of work so employees can rest.
Employee
A person who works at a job for money.
Employer
A person or place that pays people for work.
Is Labor Day a federal holiday?
YES!
What was the main idea of the Labor Day article?
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Why was there a parade for the first Labor Day?
To show that unions have the power to make positive (good) changes.
Parade
A public display for people celebrating a special day or event that includes marching bands and floats.
Why is Labor Day always on a Monday?
To allow for a long weekend off of work or school.
Labor means ....
WORK
