Parent Guide > America's Shifting Views on Immigration
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "America's Shifting Views on Immigration" by Mike Kubic.
In "America's Shifting Views on Immigration," Mike Kubic discusses the history of immigration in the United States, from immigrants' initial passage through Ellis Island to immigration today.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America and Prejudice & Discrimination as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How has America changed over time?" and "What are the effects of prejudice?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "America's Shifting Views on Immigration" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- What did you learn about Prejudice & Discrimination?
- Watch Growth, Cities, and Immigration: Crash Course US History #25 at home with your child.