Wholesale History Industrial Revolution for Kids: Steam Engines, Child Labor, Inventors, Factories & Social Change Explained for Young Readers Ages 8-12 - Paperback

Report copyright infringement by Khasan Laudry (Author) What if the world you live in today was built by children just like you - working in factories, riding the first trains, and watching cities rise from nothing? This engaging guide walks young readers through one of history's most dramatic turning points - the Industrial Revolution - from the quiet farms that came before it to the roaring machines, crowded cities, and bold ideas that changed everything. Inside, young readers will explore: * What daily life looked like before machines took over farms and workshops * How steam power sparked an age of invention - and who made it happen * The rise of railways and how transportation transformed trade and travel * Life inside factories and the booming industrial cities that grew around them * The real experiences of child workers - and how the labor movement fought for change * Groundbreaking inventors and innovators who shaped the modern world * How industrialization spread from Britain across continents * The social upheaval that reshaped families, class, and everyday life * Big economic ideas - capitalism, socialism, and why they emerged when they did * The long-lasting legacy of the Industrial Revolution in our lives right now Who this is for: Written for curious readers ages 8-12, this guide is a strong fit for 5th and 6th grade social studies, middle school history units, and homeschool curriculum planning. Parents looking for a clear, age-appropriate introduction to economic history, labor history, and the origins of modern technology will find this an accessible and curriculum-relevant choice. Each chapter builds on the last, making complex ideas - like the shift from rural to urban life, or the tension between workers and factory owners - easy to follow without oversimplifying the real human stories behind them. Add it to your cart today and give a young reader the story of how the modern world was made. Number of Pages: 120 Dimensions: 0.25 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: May 31, 2026