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Gripping biography of undocumented prize-winning journalist.
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What's the Story?
IN DEAR AMERICA: YOUNG READERS' EDITION: THE STORY OF AN UNDOCUMENTED CITIZEN, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and undocumented immigrant Jose Antonio Vargas tells his story of how, when he was only 12 years old, was brought to the United States from the Philippines to live with his grandparents without the knowledge that he was sent to the U.S. illegally. The author tells a touching and important story of what it is to be an undocumented immigrant, about the struggles, the fear of living in hiding and a double life.
Is It Any Good?
Jose Antonio's story is honest and poignant. His story represents the same trials and tribulations of countless undocumented immigrants living in this country from all over the world, shedding light on one of the most current and relevant issues in United States. The author, through his personal experiences, seeks to educate the public about who undocumented immigrants really are, the circumstances of how they got here, their contributions to our society, and to find out how to help them.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what it mans to be undocumented immigrants in Dear America: Do you know anyone who's undocumented? How would you react if a close friend revealed being in the country illegally?
What does it mean to be an American? Does being undocumented make you less of a citizen that Americans who were born here or who earned legal citizenship?
Immigrants contribute to society in many ways. What do you consider to be their greatest contributions? Do you think U.S. immigration laws are fair?
Book Details
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- Genre : Biography
- Topics : Activism , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Friendship , School ( High School , Middle School ) , History
- Book type : Non-Fiction
- Publisher : Harper Collins Publishers
- Publication date : April 10, 2019
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 8 - 12
- Number of pages : 136
- Available on : Nook, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : September 30, 2025
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