A clear, practical guide to joining the home-front effort that supported democracy during wartime, through public and private actions.
This edition compiles calls to action for American families, students, and communities. It covers how to participate in the war effort by conserving resources, growing food at home, and living thriftily, while also highlighting the role of schools, civic groups, and government bulletins in guiding daily actions.
Readers will glimpse the mindset behind these efforts, from patriotic speeches to concrete steps families could take at home—without needing prior experience in public service. The book also points to practical resources that families could use to stay informed and involved.
- Practical actions for the home front: conserve food, plant a home garden, save fuel, and practice thrift.
- How schools, families, and communities organized around work-save-give mottos and public service.
- Reference to government bulletins and recommended reading to support everyday wartime decisions.
- Inspirational perspectives on democracy, citizenship, and national duty from historical addresses.
Ideal for readers interested in civic history, World War I era guidance, and how families coordinated daily life with national service.