This lesson develops the concept of immigration. Students will learn the reasons people move and the hardships endured in adjusting to a different community, state, or country.
Students know how to use various processes and resources of historical inquiry.
Compare information about the past to present day situations and problems. Students understand how science, technology and economic activity have developed, changed, and affected society throughout history. Explain the impact of various technological developments such as irrigation, transportation and communication, on the local community and the state. Students write effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences. Language Arts Standard 2 Assessment Students will use research they have done on a country to write a letter to one of their classmates describing their experiences in immigrating to that country.