I read this book years ago (written in 2007). I have pulled it out to re-read it. Anyone who wants to understand how our global economy works & the labor that is used, this is an eye opening book. Especially now that we are entering a new era of backlash against immigration & migrant workers. Many US companies use modern slave labor as their workforce. It‘s easy to turn a blind eye or blame others if we don‘t know the circumstances.
so-soAnother book club read. It just wasn‘t for me. Maybe because I did it as an audio book? Maybe because I wasn‘t interested in the topic? Maybe I wasn‘t able to fully comprehend it due to current events? Either way, it was very well written and narrated. I did learn a thing or 2 about the unionization of coal mining. Just too many old western type shoot outs for me.
“We are not afraid to fight for what is right.“
so-soThis picture book tells the inspiring story of Clara Lemlich, a young immigrant girl who became a leader in the Shirtwaist Makers' Strike of 1909, fighting for better working conditions and fair wages for garment workers.
This book can be used to discuss themes of labor rights, activism, and the role of women in history. Engage students in conversations about social justice and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs.
I would use this to show my students that literature can be used with songs. I would also use this to teach my students to fight for what is right.
pickFable, published 2011. Which Side Are You On? tells the story of the classic union song that was written in 1931 by Florence Reece in a rain of bullets. It has been sung by people fighting for their rights all over the world.
"They could have killed every one of you!"
I would use this to show my students that literature can be used with songs. I would also use this to teach my students to fight for what is right.
