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From the first nomadic groups, to the colonial settlers, to the Africans forced into slavery, to those seeking refuge from throughout the world, the character of our nation was forged by immigrants as each group enriched the diversity of our nation.

Describes the experiences of immigrants who left their homes in the early 1900s and came to the United States through Ellis Island, in a book where the reader's choices reveal the historical details from three different perspectives.

Explains that Ellis Island was a center for processing immigrants arriving in the U.

Discusses what immigrants had to go through to get into the United States and become citizens as well as what happened when some of them were turned away.

Presents a broad history of immigration to the United States and discusses why people came, what they left behind, and how they fared once they arrived.

Examines Ellis Island, exploring the history of immigration processing that took place there.

"Explores immigrants' experiences at Ellis Island through the use of primary sources"--.

"Explore the history of Ellis Island, one of the most recognized landmarks in American history.

Examines Ellis Island, exploring the history of immigration processing that took place there.

Tells the story of the immigrant history of the United States, using documents and photographs from the heyday of one of the most important immigration ports.

Text and illustrations explore the history of Ellis Island, including the process and long journey of entering America as an immigrant in the hopes of establishing a new life.

Presents an introduction to immigration in a readers' theater format.

"For millions of people, leaving home and coming to America meant giving up all things familiar .

The experiences of people coming to the United States from many different lands are conveyed in the words of a contemporary young girl visiting Ellis Island and of a girl who immigrated in about 1910, as well as by quotes from early twentieth century immigrants and Ellis Island officials.

"Brings to life a not too distant history of immigration to Ellis Island.