America is a country of immigrants. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, many families from other parts of the world left everything behind to start a new life in a new land - America. Families experienced many challenges and emotions as they sought a better life here.
Focus Questions:
1. What is an immigrant?
2. Why did various groups choose or were forced to emigrate?
3. What obstacles did people face on their journey to America?
4. What happened to immigrants when they arrived at Ellis Island?
5. For most immigrants, how did the “myth” of America match the reality of American life?
Created by Karen Kliegman, Library Media Specialist, Searingtown School