Presents the life story of the Mexican American labor leader who achieved justice for migrant farm workers by creating a union to protect their rights.
An explanation of discoveries made in Latin America, from the beginnings of time up to the 19th century explorers, with a postscript about the region in modern times.
Photographs and text provide information about the history of clothes and fashion, examining clothes, accessories, and ornaments worn by men, women, and children, and discussing the devices employed to obtain a certain look.
A pictorial history of the activity at Canada's Pier 21, through which thousands of immigrants, refugees, and soldiers passed from 1928 to 1971; includes many photos of children and a section on Second World War brides.
Uses a series of graphic organizers to describe America's Industrial Revolution, and examines the inventions that led to industrial growth such as the steam-powered spinning mill and the cotton gin, the Erie Canal and Transcontinental Railroad, innovations in communications, and more.
Discusses the reasons Japanese 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. Includes sidebars and activities.
Discusses the reasons Irish 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. Includes sidebars and activities.
