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The Department of Labor has created special Web pages for young
people that provide information on a range of topics.
The Mine Safety
& Health Administration’s (MSHA) Kid’s Page
Explains the
aim of MSHA in hopes that kids might explore and learn more about mining.
“Dangerous
Places”
Written for elementary school age children, warning them
of the dangers of playing near mine areas.
Abandoned Mines and Other
Places to Stay Away From
Warns kids about the dangers of surface
mines, underground mines, and other unauthorized areas.
The Bureau of
Labor Statistics' (BLS) Kids Page
Gives information about different
careers and their educational requirements. Written for a youth audience.
CareerVoyages
Features information
about the fastest growing industries and occupations with details of skills and
education required and job openings by area. Includes wage, licensing
requirements and growth rates for jobs in demand.
FirstGov
for Kids
Provides links to federal government kids' sites along with
some of the best kids' sites from other organizations all grouped by
subject.
International
Labor Organization’s Virtual Classroom on Child Labor
Resources
on child labor for
elementary,
high
school and college students, and their teachers.
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