Have you ever looked at the tags on your clothes, your shoes, your jackets, or anything you ever wear? Can you recall a time when you noticed all your clothes said "Made in the USA?" Probably not. This resource provides a fascinating look at when things changed, how things changed, and why much of our clothing is outsourced. After reading, be prepared to discuss your findings.
Article - Below are links included in the article that provide greater detail about clothing in the United States and international trade.
T-Shirts get made at the t-shirt factory and then are sold in the t-shirt stores...right? Planet Money, a podcast sponsored by NPR, decided to follow the journey a t-shirt makes when it is being created. What you will learn may shock you with how detailed and intricate the process is to create a simple t-shirt. As you learn about this process, be prepared to take notes and draw conclusions about the production of t-shirts around the world. This resource will be taking you step-by-step through the production of a t-shirt.
Note: Skip the video on boxes. The article's explanation is better than the video.