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[Charles Ricciardi]
Pub. Date
©2021
Language
English
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"Officer William Jimeno (co-author) shares his personal journey, which began as a young boy when he and his family immigrated from Colombia to the United States of America, where he followed his dream to become a police officer. William's life took an unexpected turn when, as a rookie officer, he and other first responders answered the call to save lives at the World Trade Center on 9/11. After the Twin Towers fell, William was trapped under the rubble...
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English
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"The United States has always been a nation of immigrants -- and now you can learn all about the amazing people who've helped shape it! Home of the Brave gives you an exciting and engaging look into the lives of these incredible individuals, as well as their contributions to the American we know and love. From Levi Strauss to Madeleine Albright, discover how these dedicated and creative people made their mark -- and how you can follow in their footsteps"--Back...
5) Dreamers
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English
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"An illustrated picture book autobiography in which award-winning author Yuyi Morales tells her own immigration story"--
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Publisher
Pro Lingua Associates, Publishers
Pub. Date
2019, ©1993
Language
English
Description
In 1980 Oscar Romero, Archbishop of San Salvador, was assassinated, and the Salvadoran civil war grew more dangerous. Ramon and Pilar Samoya wanted to be left alone to farm, but even poor farmers had to take sides. “No one is safe,” said Ramon. To avoid being forced to fight, he escaped to the United States. Captured by the Border Patrol, he was sent home. He found his village burned and his family gone. Returning to the U.S., he was taken in...
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Publisher
Twenty-First Century Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"From hope for a better future to the backlash of xenophobia and nationalism, this book examines the history and current issues surrounding immigration in America"-- Provided by publisher
Since the founding of the United States, immigrants have made important contributions to the history and culture of the country. Immigration has always been a topic that stirs up strong passions, and immigrants have faced anger, fear, and violence throughout history....
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English
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!
With lyrical text and thought-provoking photography, Their Great Gift explores the experiences of immigrants in the twenty-first century, focusing on the lives of children. Images of families who came to the United States from many different parts of the world celebrate the diversity of our country and contain a vision of hope...
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English
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"Following the alphabet this book uses poetry and expository text to celebrate America's diverse population and showcase the remarkable achievements and contributions that have come from the many people who have chosen to make our country their home. Topics include well-known landmarks and famous citizens"--Provided by the publisher.
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Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
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"The United States has long been touted as a place where anyone with a little grit and determination could come to pursue the American Dream. But as more walls are erected and borders are closed, is that dream still alive today? A New History of Immigration introduces young readers to alternative histories of immigration beyond Ellis Island and amplifies the voices of marginalized immigrants and their stories of success"-- Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
DK Super Readers Level 4: Ellis Island will introduce kids to the experience of immigrant families arriving at Ellis Island over 100 years ago--and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading.
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English
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"It was a little house. Una casita ... It was small. It smelled like old wet socks... But even though they were far from home, The family was together." As Esperanza and her family settle into their new house, they all do their part to make it a home, working multiple jobs and doing chores to pitch in. When Mami's sister Conchita comes to stay with them, she helps other families by taking care of their children during the day. Together they turn the...
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Publisher
Neal Porter Books Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
Español
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"Para convertir una casita en mal estado en un hogar acogedor, todo lo que se necesita es una familia con un corazón muy grande, decidida a ayudar a los demás, y ... un poquito de esperanza. La casita ofrece un hogar a aquellos que no tienen adonde ir. Es un lugar sin miedo y sin peligro en un país nuevo, y Esperanza siempre es la primera en darles la bienvenida a todos."
"When Esperanza and her family arrive in the United States from Cuba, they...
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Series
DK super readers volume Nivel 4
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
Español
Description
Aprende acerca de la experiencia de los inmigrantes que llegaron a la isla Ellis hace más de cien años.
Learn about the experience of immigrants who arrived at Ellis Island over a hundred years ago.
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