As we begin to look at historical immigration trends to America from the 1900’s to today, students need to have an understanding of the context of the times.  One important contextual item to be aware of is in general, how were immigrants treated upon their arrival to the United States in the early 1900’s.

One way we are attempting to answer the essential question of how were immigrants treated upon arrival is by using primary sources from the time periods.  Students have been analyzing primary source documents (located here) to collect evidence, which is ultimately support their claim/answer to the essential question.  

Feel free to ask your student what evidence they have that supports their claim.