First Generation: 36 Trailblazing Immigrants and Refugees Who Make America Great
- Subject
- Biography & Autobiography - Cultural, Ethnic & Regional
- Age
- 6-8 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 96
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
- Size
- 19.8 cm × 23.4 cm
- ISBN
- 9780316515245
Celebrate the genius, diversity, and grit of immigrants and refugees in this boldly illustrated guide to 36 American trailblazers.
The men and women in this book represent nations from Somalia to Germany, from Syria to China, from Mexico to Sweden, and more. They are people like Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, international singing sensation Celia Cruz, star basketball player Dikembe Mutombo, world-renowned physicist Albert Einstein, and influential journalist Jorge Ramos. And they are all immigrants or refugees to the United States of America. Their courage, their achievements, and their determination to change the world have helped make our country a stronger place. Perhaps after reading their stories, you will be inspired to make the world a better place, too.
The men and women in this book represent nations from Somalia to Germany, from Syria to China, from Mexico to Sweden, and more. They are people like Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, international singing sensation Celia Cruz, star basketball player Dikembe Mutombo, world-renowned physicist Albert Einstein, and influential journalist Jorge Ramos. And they are all immigrants or refugees to the United States of America. Their courage, their achievements, and their determination to change the world have helped make our country a stronger place. Perhaps after reading their stories, you will be inspired to make the world a better place, too.
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What reviewers said
"This book is a treasure to show children the value of diverse cultures, and that those who come to America, help make America a wonderful, colorful, and brilliant country."
"The authors and artist have skillfully presented the stories and challenges of 36 immigrants and refugees who have all made enormous contributions to our nation."
"A book all children should read or have read to them."
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2018
A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2018
A Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People Selection 2019
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