Publisher: Lerner Publications

Copyright Date: 2023

Edition Date: 2023 Release Date: 01/01/23

Pages: 32 pages

ISBN: 1-7284-7586-4

ISBN 13: 978-1-7284-7586-8

Dewey: 331.7

LCCN: 2022015343

Dimensions: 24 cm.

Subject Heading:
Central Pacific Railroad Company. Employees. History. Juvenile literature.
Central Pacific Railroad Company. Employees. History.
Railroad construction workers. West (U.S.). History. 19th century. Juvenile literature.
Foreign workers, Chinese. West (U.S.). History. 19th century. Juvenile literature.
Railroad construction workers. West (U.S.). History. 19th century.
Foreign workers, Chinese. West (U.S.). History. 19th century.
West (U.S.). History. 19th century. Juvenile literature.
West (U.S.). History. 19th century.

Language: English

Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.

Word Count: 2,035

Reading Level: 5.9

Interest Level: 4-7

Accelerated Reader: reading level: 5.9 / points: 0.5 / quiz: 520368 / grade: Middle Grades

Guided Reading Level: W

Fountas & Pinnell: W

The Transcontinental Railroad connected the United States, but it also created divisions. It displaced Native Americans and disrupted their trade and hunting. Chinese workers broke barriers but also faced terrible conditions working on the railroad. They stood up and fought for better conditions by walking off the job. Learn more about the lasting legacy of the railroad, how Chinese workers are now being honored, and more.

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