Labor Day

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Creative Writing

Labor Day

  • When is Labor Day, and how do you celebrate it?
  • How does having a solid workforce help your country’s economy?
  • Have you ever had a job? If so, what was it, and what were the pros and cons?
  • What would happen if everyone stopped working and went on vacation? What would happen?
  • How does your family celebrate Labor Day? Do you have a BBQ with family and friends or a relaxing day before school the next day?
  • Since Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, what was the best part of your summer?
  • Why should we celebrate “working people”?
  • Who are some people in your community who help keep you safe?
  • At what age do you think people should start and stop working?
  • What do you want to be when you grow up? What steps will you take to achieve this goal?
  • What benefits do all Americans who work receive or should receive?
  • Should there be a day off school the day after a holiday? If so, why?
  • Your town has a massive factory that employs 75% of the town’s population. What would happen to the city if the factory shut down?
  • Why is it essential to have a healthy work/life balance? What would happen if you didn’t?
Chip Valecek
Author: Chip Valecek