| | | Immigration & Cultural Change |
|  | | |  In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the United States received the largest infusion of immigrants in its history. Many immigrants assimilated rapidly and adapted well to their unfamiliar home. Viewers learn that public schools were among the most important forces for Americanizing the new immigrants, providing a crash course in American values and habits. Movies, sports and newspapers also aided in teaching the country's lifestyle. However, for some who arrived at Ellis Island at this time, the cultural transition was not easy. Many immigrants worked long hours in dangerous jobs for little pay, and lived in poverty in urban slums. See how despite the hardships, their spirit and contributions helped transform the nation. Part of the United States History Video Collection, a comprehensive series that supplements textbooks for the entire American history curriculum. A Teacher's Guide is included and available online. | " …Intermixing still and archival footage (with enhanced sound effects), excellent commentary from academic historians, and a stirring musical sound track, this superb series will offer students and general interest viewers a solid grounding in American history while providing immensely entertaining insights beyond the standard textbook fare...Highly recommended...Editor's Choice." - Video Librarian
"...an excellent addition to an American history collection in school and public libraries. Covering a specific time period, or a theme within an era, they can be used as an introduction, summary, or review....This excellent series will hold the interest of students." - School Library Journal
"...this impressive 20-volume chronology considers the social, cultural, and political history of the U.S....Another solid, well-produced series from this producer." - Booklist
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| Grades 5 to 12
Color, B&W, Live Action
Closed-Captioned
Copyright 1996
MARC Record Available
Catalog Card Kit Available
Single Main Entry Card Available
Teacher's Guide Available: Download Now
| Curriculum Correlation Documents Available NEW!
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