Immigrant Literature Unit


  Themes | Literature | Writing Assignment | Music | Quizzes/Tests | Resources                                                                                                               

Themes:  

America-- the land of immigrants; of struggles and dreams

Fitting into a diverse society

Ordinary people making extraordinary sacrifices

Importance of family

Freedom

Prejudice / Acceptance

Pride

The importance of education

The richness of a multicultural society

Literature:  

The Elements of Literature  --Collection Eight --We Shall Overcome: American Struggles and Dream

House on Mango Street

Music The music of America
Writing Assignment:  Poetry Reponses and /or  1- 2 page essay:  What is America's gift to me and what is my gift to America?
Quizzes / TestsNone
Resources:

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