Coming to america is a celebration of diversity and cultural awareness in america. From reading maestros book to reenacting the ellis island experience. This often meant that they would be sent back to their native country. Coming to america presents the evolving immigration history of the united states to the primary grade student, exploring the factors that brought each group to america as well as their impact on the development of our nation. The story of immigration 9780590441520 by betsy maestro and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The story of immigration by betsy maestro hardcover at target. Immigrants are people who come to a new land to make their home. Your teacher is going to read you, or you can click on the video below, of coming to america, by betsy maestro. This book gave specific precise details on the different historical events that led up to the opening of. The story of immigration maestro, betsy, ryan, susannah on. The story of immigration by betsy maestro 1996, hardcover at the best online prices at.
We wanted to be like it was their first time coming to ellis island. This bright picture book tells of the migration of diverse immigrant and ethnic groups to north america, dating back to the travels of native peoples across the. Not all immigrants came to america because they wanted to. This is a video narration of betsy maestros wonderful book, coming to america. Most of the scenes are hopeful or festive, although one illustration of a crying child being held back from a relative who was rejected at ellis island is upsetting. The war for america, lexington to princeton, 17751777 the revolution trilogy by rick atkinson may 14, 2019 4. Combining warm prose with childfriendly watercolor illustrations. The pack focuses on coming to america by betsy maestro, and includes many additional activities.
The story of immigration, written by betsy maestro and. The author, betsy maestro was an early childhood teacher for eleven years before writing more than one hundred books mainly on american history. The chronology of immigration, notes on immigration today, and other interesting facts included in the back of the book will enhance a young childs understanding of the subject. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Vivid illustrations by susannah ryan bring the immigration experience to life and will appeal to primary grade students. Coming to america by betsy maestro flashcards quizlet. It was created for an immigration unit designed for third. This book will give you the big picture of american immigration.
This book documents the history of america through the lens of immigration, from the very first nomad settlers to the closure of ellis island in 1954. Many children do not know that america is a country of immigrants, made up of diverse people that came here throughout history. The story of immigration, is a historical fiction book that gives the history of immigration. It puts the concept of immigration into terms that children will find interesting and easy to understand. A guide for parents, teachers, and group leaders to accompany the reading of this picture book.
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