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Immigration

Explore the history of immigration to the United States and consider the role that immigration has played in the building of U.S. society.

Read "The New Colossus" about the Statue of Liberty and discuss its relevance now.

Can you guess who said these two quotes, and when?

Learn how immigration to the U.S. has shaped and been shaped by government policies.

ACTIVITY

Poem: The New Colossus

ACTIVITY

Quotes: Two Perspectives

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Immigration to the U.S.:
A Brief History

Gain knowledge of migration-related concepts and terminology.

Learn how Japanese migration to the U.S. has shaped and been shaped by various government policies.

Watch a video of young Americans describing their families’ immigration stories and draw comparisons.

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Migration Concepts

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Case Study: Japanese Migration
and the United States

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Students on their immigration experiences

Have students view “The Minetas’ Immigration Story,” a short video vignette illustrating one Japanese family’s immigration experience.

Some of the most recognizable faces are immigrants. See who they are!

Take a look at few interesting facts about modern-day immigration.

Share your own immigrant story and tell us what makes you American.

ACTIVITY

Key Statistics

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Celebrity Immigrants

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Add Your Story

Conduct research on an immigration-related topic of your choice.

Investigate an immigration-related issue in the news for a better understanding of modern immigration.

Watch “The Minetas’ Immigration Story,” a short video vignette illustrating one Japanese family’s immigration experience.

ASSIGNMENT

Immigration Research Project

Immigration in the News

ACTIVITY

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The Minetas’ Immigration Story