Immigrants from Somalia and Other African Countries

by Jessica Gunderson

Overview

In today's uncertain world, many families are leaving their home countries and seeking a better life in the United States. Immigrants from Somalia and Other African Countries explores the stories of two families who left their home countries to find a better life in the United States. Follow their journeys to find out why they left their homelands and understand the challenges they faced in moving to a new country.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543513813
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2018
Series:	Immigration Today
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.75(w) x 8.75(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Jessica Gunderson grew up in the small town of Washburn, North Dakota. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Dakota and an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato. She has written more than fifty books for young readers. Her book Ropes of Revolution won the 2008 Moonbeam Award for best graphic novel. She currently lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband and cat.

Table of Contents

Why immigrants leave their homes — A Somali immigrant's story — Challenges and successes — Looking to the future — Glossary — Read more — Internet sites — Critical thinking questions — Index.

Interviews

Gives an overview of the modern immigrant experience in today's uncertain world. By following two families through their immigration experience, each book offers first-hand accounts of why they left their home countries and what they’re seeking in the United States. Easy-to-understand language and dynamic graphics help explain this often contentious issue that's a hot topic in today's media.