"The United States' cities would be nothing today were it not for the contributions of migrants and immigrants during the American Industrial Revolution of the 19th century. This text, which was written to support elementary social studies curricula, examines the growth of U.S. cities. New York City, Boston, Chicago, and other major cities grew exponentially as factories created job opportunities for people in search of a better life. Readers can identify push/pull factors of the immigration that occurred during the Industrial Revolution and how they shaped the United States' unique urban identity. Historical photographs and primary sources complete a comprehensive learning experience"--Provided by the publisher.

Title proper from title frame. Includes index. Includes chronologies. Includes glossary. "Rosen Learning Center." "Rosen Digital." Optional narration. Optional writing activities with lesson plans are included.

Change comes to America -- Major population growth -- Life in America's cities -- The reality of working conditions -- Putting kids to work -- Unionizing for change -- America turns antiunion -- Connecting America by rail -- Changing ways of life -- Shaping America's cities.