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K-3
We Are America series.
This informative series introduces young readers to the immigrant experience, from life in the homeland to life adapting to a new culture. Personal narratives, photographs, maps, and timelines present a vivid portrait of the challenges and successes encountered, while descriptions of pastimes and traditions offer cultural perspective. Reading list. Glos., ind. [Review covers these We Are America titles: Chinese Americans, German Americans, Mexican Americans, Asian Indian Americans, Filipino Americans, and Italian Americans.]
32 pp.
| ABDO
| September, 2003
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LibraryISBN 1-57765-981-3$$22.78
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K-3
Checkerboard: One Nation series.
Each book follows the same formula: brief historical background, reasons for immigrating to America, encounters with discrimination, assimilation into the mainstream, and the contributions of individuals. Family-style photographs augment the simplistic text. A pronunciation guide and a "Path to Citizenship" feature appear in all the volumes. There are four other fall 2003 titles in this series. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Checkerboard: One Nation titles: German Americans, Haitian Americans, Hmong Americans, Jewish Americans, Mexican Americans, and Somali Americans.]
120 pp.
| Chelsea
| March, 2003
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LibraryISBN 0-7910-7127-8$$22.95
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PaperISBN 0-7910-7512-5$$9.95
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YA
Immigrants in America series.
Covering stereotypes, challenges, and prejudices, each of these comprehensive but dryly written books discusses the history and contributions of a specific immigrant group. Archival photos and text boxes break up the presentation and extend the information. Profiles of notable immigrants are interspersed. Addresses, reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind. [Review covers these Immigrants in America titles: Italian Americans, Irish Americans, Swedish Americans, Chinese Americans, Japanese Americans, and German Americans.]
32 pp.
| Harcourt/Gulliver
| October, 2001
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TradeISBN 0-15-201459-4$$16.00
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K-3
Illustrated by
Terry Widener.
In this tender holiday tale, a German-American cobbler and his family lose almost everything in a fire, and the cobbler must sell their heirloom ornaments to obtain new tools for his trade. But the man's kindheartedness inspires help from an unexpected corner, and on Christmas Day, their tree is adorned with beautiful decorations after all. Emphasizing simple geometric shapes, the artwork gives the book a homey feel.
32 pp.
| Blue Earth
| September, 2001
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LibraryISBN 0-7368-0794-2$$22.60
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4-6
Coming to America series.
The accessible books in this series focus on reasons for immigration, traditional life in the "old country," conditions on the voyages, hardships faced in the United States, and the economic, political, and social advances made. Soft edges around the photos give the archival pictures a sentimental feeling while the contemporary color photos just look odd. Included are a recipe (no warnings about adult help), a time line, and places to write and visit. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Coming to America titles: German Immigrants, 1820-1920; Irish Immigrants, 1840-1920; Chinese Immigrants, 1850-1900; Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish Immigrants, 1820-192; Italian Immigrants, 1880-1920; Japanese Immigrants, 1850-1950.]
120 pp.
| Cricket
| November, 2001
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TradeISBN 0-8126-4875-7$$15.95
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4-6
Translated by James Skofield.
In 1902, Johann and his family emigrate from Austria-Hungary to Ohio for a better life and for work in a steel mill. During the voyage, Johann's baby sister dies, but once in America the family slowly adjusts to new American customs. The story stays flat without a crisis or resolution, but the direct, unvarnished voice and careful research make this book informative and readable.
48 pp.
| Carolrhoda
| May, 2001
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LibraryISBN 1-57505-462-0$$23.93
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4-6
Photographs by
Cheryl Walsh Bellville.
This poorly organized volume shifts focus from a paean to farmer's markets, to two farm families and their family histories, then again to their farming methods and seasons on the farm. Throughout, the text emphasizes multiculturalism and generations working together. The book is illustrated with plentiful color photos and ends with a plant-your-own-vegetables activity. Glos., ind.