We've been learning all about immigrants. The students had an opportunity to learn a little about their own family history. Next, we discovered why immigrants came to America, how they came, why they came, where they came from, and the many hardships they faced along the way. After we learned about the experiences of the immigrants we had our own Ellis Island simulation. The students all "became" an immigrant. They packed their "bags", came up with a personal account, and got on the ship to America. After the "long journey" to Ellis Island (the gym), the passengers were all released to various stations to receive clearance into the US.
Take a peek at our trip to America...
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| On board the ship, we were very crowded in steerage. |
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| The students each read their immigrant story. |
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| Some passengers were a bit scared. They were unsure of whether or not they would make it into America. |
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| These students are filling out the information sheets to attempt to get into America. |
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| When students had passed all o their inspections, the Immigration Clerk issued a Certificate of Citizenship to America. |
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| This passenger is happy that he has passed many of the inspections so far! |
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| Will he be able to pass the interview questions? |
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| The medical exams were the scariest part as many passengers got very sick along the way. |
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| Measles? Mumps? What will the doctor find out? |
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| This passenger's health was questionable so he received a chalk mark on his back. |
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| Ready to get those bags checked! |
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| The first thing the students saw when they got to Ellis Island was the Statue of Liberty. |
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| At Ellis Island, passengers had to wait in long lines. |
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| Doctor inspections |
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| Officially a citizen of the United States. Passengers were thrilled when they passed all of their inspections! |
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| These passengers have been admitted into the United States and are waiting for their Certificate of Citizenship. |
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| "And I'm glad to be an American..." |
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| American citizens! |
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| Welcome to America party! |
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| Enjoying a Statue of Liberty torch cupcake |
