First Crossing: Stories about Teen Immigrants

by Elsa Marston, Pam Muñoz Ryan, Minfong Ho, et al.

Book Overview

"Stories by eleven well-known authors touch on a variety of teen experiences, with enough attitude and angst to speak to young adults anywhere. " -- School Library JournalFleeing from political... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763622494
• ISBN13: 9780763622497
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.9" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12

Customer Reviews

A Different Perspective

First Crossing: Stories About Teen Immigrants gives a glimpse of our world through the eyes of strangers. The short stories are of teens from all parts of the globe who have immigrated to the United States and find themselves in a myriad of different circumstances. Although the characters are so different, they all share the common challenge of dealing with change and accepting differences. The reader will appreciate the insight given and hopefully come away with a new sense of understanding and a resolve to be more tolerant. Bonnie, Meridian, ID.