English | February 20, 2025 | ASIN: B0DY2XY55W | 80 pages | PDF
Journey to the Grit and Glory of the 1930s: Inspiring Stories of Survival and Triumph
Step into the world of the 1930s to uncover inspiring, heroic, and heart-wrenching stories of a time when being extra brave and tough was the mantra of survival. This is more than your typical history lesson; it’s an adventure back in time where you’ll meet children traveling on orphan trains, people who tackled terrible dust storms, and even a young soul who sang songs that brought in big changes.
Here’s what you’ll find inside:
- Orphan Train Riders: Brave kids on a journey for a new home
- The Dust Bowl Miracle: Families battling against Mother Nature’s worst
- Penny Auctions: Neighbors helping neighbors with a surprising twist
- Building the Empire State: A towering achievement in hard times
- Schools of the Dust: Keeping education alive through hardship
- Hobos and Hidden Symbols: The secret signs that helped those on the road
- Soup Kitchens: Where the hungry found hope
- The Bonus Army March: Veterans fighting for what they were promised
- Hoovervilles: Communities built from determination
- Woody Guthrie’s Songs of Change: The voice of a generation
This book combines stories of a bygone world with illustrations and fun activities, all to give you an eye-opening visit to a world during the Great Depression. It is perfect for curious children who want to learn about the past without missing out on the excitement, and for parents who want an entertaining, educational read they can enjoy with their kids.
