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Purpose
To understand how a technological revolution significantly changed the world and set the sate for social and political conflicts.
To learn the research process
Directions
Research ONE event/person/invention related to the Industrial Revolution
Use the Research Sheet (this will count for 20% of grade)
Your information will be shared with your classmates using the medium of your choice.
Written report (at least 7 paragaraphs
​Poster with captions and words
Google Slides presentation (7 slide minimum)
Model with explanation
Dress up like your person and give a short speech about your life
Make a website using google sites
Your research will be done in the classroom and media center
Websites
Samuel Slater
National Archives on Child Labor
Type in Child Labor and see primary source photos of children workers
Inventors of the Industrial Revolution
Samuel Slater-PBS
Child Labor Background Info
The Story of My Cotton Dress
Mr. Coal's Story
How It all Began
Books to Look At
Industrial Revolution Titles
Take a look at this list of books and see if any of them will help with your project. Included in this list are titles about immigration in America during that time period.
Rubric
Rubric for Project
Research Helper
Research Template
Please use this research helper to take notes. Use phrases. DO NOT write in complete sentences. It will make it easier to write later on.
Work Cited
Use the main page to find out how to create a work cited page.
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