The Dust Bowl's Background
In the 1930s, a big drought affected the Great Plains in the U.S., where too much farming had removed grass and caused soil to blow away.
The Impact on Farmers
This led to huge dust storms that ruined crops, forcing many farmers to leave their homes and search for jobs elsewhere.
Government Response
The government started New Deal programs to help, including planting trees and saving soil to improve farming.
Long-term Recovery
These efforts eventually helped farmers recover and rebuild their lives.