U.S. People & Places - Miscellaneous, Ethnic Studies - General & Miscellaneous, Asian American Studies
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Overview
Who Belongs Here? tells the story of Nary, a young boy fleeing war-torn Cambodia for the safety of the United States. To some of his new classmates, however, he is a "chink" who should go back where he belongs. But what if everyone whose family came from another place was forced to return to his or her homeland? Who would be left? This story teaches compassion for recent immigrants while sharing the history of immigration in America and some of the important contributions made by past immigrants. It is used in schools everywhere for units on immigration and tolerance.The Who Belongs Here? Teacher's Guide, written by Margy Burns Knight and Thomas V. Chan, offers dozens of imaginative ideas for exploring immigration, refugees, and other topics related to diversity.
Describes the new life of Nary, a Cambodian refugee, in America, as well as his encounters with prejudice. Includes some general history of U.S. immigration.
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This is a poignant and realistic view of a young immigrant coming to the United States. As his classmates begin to contrast their past and present heritage, they realize an important lesson about the origin of all Americans.Booklinks
This is a poignant and realistic view of a young immigrant coming to the United States. As his classmates begin to contrast their past and present heritage, they realize an important lesson about the origin of all Americans.Book Details
Published
November 1, 1995
Publisher
Gardiner, Me. : Tilbury House, 1995.
Pages
40
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780884481584