Del Norte Public Library

A little girl learns to adjust to her new life in Canada after leaving home country because of war.

In 1910, six year old Pete embarks on an adventurous journey with his family as they make America their new home. The powerful emotions, hopes and dreams of this young boy are delightfully brought to life with classic illustrations of the time.--Back cover.

Having left Poland and braved ocean storms to join her father in America, Krysia arrives at Ellis Island on Christmas Eve.

In 1902 sixteen-year-old Kristin travels with her family from Sweden to a new life in Minnesota, where she finds herself frustrated by the restrictions placed on what girls of her age are expected or allowed to do.

Historical and new photographs celebrate the gateway to America. Includes excerpts from the oral histories of people who went through Ellis Island.

In 1892, Dom, a nine-year old stowaway from Naples, Italy, arrives in New York and must learn to survive the perils of street life in the big city.

"A simple introduction to the European warriors known as barbarians, including their history, lifestyle, weapons, and how they remain a part of today's culture through video games and films"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the reasons Chinese people left their homeland to come to America, the experiences immigrants had in the new country, and the contributions this cultural group made to American society.

Describes how the immigration station on Ellis Island served as a gateway into the United States for millions of immigrants.

"Immigration has been a controversial topic throughout American history. Debates about whether or not immigrants adversely affect the American economy, exacerbate crime, threaten American values and quality of life, and should or should not be allowed into the country existed since the first European settlers came to America. However, these controversies intensified during the last four decades of the 20th century and spilled over into the 21st century...