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Imagine an Immigration Interview
Grade Range: 3-5
Resource Type(s): Lessons & Activities
Duration: 15
minutes
Date Posted:
3/9/2012
Imagine what it felt like to be an immigrant arriving at Ellis Island or Angel Island during the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Could you pass the interview to enter the country? Part of an OurStory module entitled Coming to America, this activity includes interview questions, discussion prompts, and background information. OurStory is designed to help children and adults explore history together through the use of children's literature, museum objects, and hands-on activities.
