Enrich reading in the content areas as students discover the history of immigration in America. Nonfiction reading comprehension is emphasized along with research, writing, critical thinking, history, and geography. A readers' theater is also included.

Topics include:

• The First Wave (1600-1775)
• The Second Wave (1820-1870)
• The Third Wave (1880-1920)
• Ellis Island: Gateway to America
• Angel Island
• The Fourth Wave
• Famous Immigrants