Immigrant Challenges
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History of Immigration Teacher Guide
by Joanne Mallozzi and Lauren Ayube
There are many reasons why people immigrate to a new country. Some move for new opportunities, better jobs, and a better life in general. Some move to escape wars, dictatorship, disease, and other horrible things that are happening in their country. In this unit, students will learn about the history of immigration to the United States, and how our country came to be one of many unique people and traditions.
Storyboard Description
Immigrants face many challenges on their journey. Create a storyboard to illustrate a few!
Storyboard Text
- Leaving Behind Friends and Family
- Adios Papa.
- It's Expensive
- No tengo mucho dinero!
- Learning a New Language
- I'm sorry sir, I don't speak Spanish.
- Immigrants often travel alone. Not only do they leave behind people who are close to them, they also leave their home and old way of life.
- Not only do immigrants have to pay fees and for the process of immigrating, they also have to pay for travel to their new country. Many immigrants have to use all of their money and arrive with very little.
- Imagine leaving your country and culture, and having to learn a new language? Immigrants have to learn English, which can be a very long and frustrating process.
- Challenges Immigrants Face
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