I hope that all of you are well. We’re going to begin the study of Ch. 15 which deals with changes that occurred in the early to mid 1800s. These changes are known as the Reform Movement. We’ve discussed how sectionalism (different ideas for different sections of the country) created big changes in industry, agriculture, and expansion. Some of these changes were not always good, and people started speaking out against problems that they believed should be corrected.

I would like for you to watch two short videos on Youtube.com that will introduce some of the reform movements which we will later look at individually. Thanks, and be safe!

Go to Youtube.com Type: American reform movements

Watch: Reform Movements of the 19th Century ( 5 min 37 sec)

Also watch: American Reform- Education, Society, Religion ( 4 min.)