Traces the origin of this western celebration. Also tells when it is celebrated in other parts of the world and what it is called in those places.

Explains why people celebrate this holiday and why it is observed on the first Monday in September.

Relates the history of the day, explains its significance, and describes ways in which people celebrate the holiday.

Includes fun facts and information, games, clipart, and e-cards.

Features a collection of ideas to use in the classroom or homeschooling to celebrate Labor Day.

Tells how the holiday started in Canada and spread to the US.

Article from The Detroit News provides a look at the day's history in songs, photographs, and text.

Labor Day Web destinations for families, rated, reviewed and organized by topic. From the Los Angeles Times Syndicate.

A timeline of events for Labor Day in the U.S.

Explains how Labor Day came to be and what it means. From the U.S. Department of Labor.