Introduction for Students

Have you ever wondered why your great grandparents saved tin foil, wrapping paper, or other "useless" items? Chances are they lived during the Great Depression. The Great Depression, or the Dirty Thirties were a tumultuous time in American history. It was a time not easily forgotten by those still alive to tell about it. Upon completion of this LibraryQuest, you will have a better appreciation for your great grandparents, what they experienced, and you may even understand why they saved those "useless" items.

So, how did your great grandparents adapt to survive in this difficult time? What kind of assistance did they receive or what adjustments did they make?