What Was the Great Depression?
What Was the Great Depression? delves into the 1930s economic crisis that started with the 1929 stock market crash. It examines the widespread effects on American society, from unemployment to New Deal reforms, making complex history approachable for kids through engaging storytelling and facts.
About This Book
The Great Depression was a severe worldwide economic downturn that began in 1929 and lasted until the late 1930s. It affected millions of people, leading to widespread unemployment and hardship.
This book from the What Was? series provides an accessible overview of the key events, including the stock market crash and the Dust Bowl. It explains how the crisis influenced government policies and daily life.
Written by Janet B. Pascal and Who HQ, it uses simple language and illustrations to help young audiences understand this important period in history.
The narrative covers the global reach of the Depression and the recovery efforts that followed, offering insights into economic lessons learned.
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