Meet Our New Student From Haiti

Meet Our New Student From Haiti
Author: John A. Torres
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 154574906X

From afar, Haiti, a small country on the island of Hispaniola, seems like any other Caribbean paradise. There are lush jungles, white sand beaches, and turquoise waters. But a closer look at the island country reveals a stark glimpse into the third world. Haiti is the poorest country in the western hemisphere. The government is unstable, crime is rampant, education is for the lucky, and hope is hard to come by. Find out how the Haitian people overcome poverty, killer storms, and mudslides to celebrate a culture rich in French, Spanish, and African history when American schoolchildren Meet a New Student from Haiti.

Meet Our New Student From Zambia

Meet Our New Student From Zambia
Author: John A. Torres
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545749191

Danny Parker and his fourth-grade classmates in rural New York are excited to meet Franco, a boy who will be joining their school from Zambia. Their teacher prepares nshima and pineapple chutney, and the students weave baskets to prepare for his arrival. They also learn that Zambia is a rare landlocked country where people can see lions, rhinos, and elephants. It is home to such wondrous sites as Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. Zambia was once one of the major copper-producing nations in the world. But a poor economy and a deadly disease have caused a lot of despair in Zambia, as they have throughout much of Africa. Danny and his friends are eager to welcome Franco to their school, where he will have a chance to rebuild his life after AIDS devastated his family. (Recipe and craft instructions included.)

Meet Our New Student From Japan

Meet Our New Student From Japan
Author: Lori McManus
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545749086

Allison and the other students in her third grade class learn many things about Japan while they prepare to welcome a new student from that country.

Meet Our New Student From Colombia

Meet Our New Student From Colombia
Author: Rebecca Thatcher Murcia
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545749043

Camila a new student from Columbia by learning about her country its attractions customs and language and includes a recipe to make arepas and instructions for to create a collage.

Meet Our New Student From Tanzania

Meet Our New Student From Tanzania
Author: Ann Weil
Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2010-09
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1612287158

Everywhere across the United States, children from other countries are joining American classrooms. How can their classmates prepare? Learning about the culture, geography, and history of the new student's native country can help smooth the transition. Greeting the student with a few words in his or her language, making a traditional craft, and whipping up a well-known dish are all sure to help the child feel welcome. In this vibrant and colorful series, students and teachers can find out how to Meet a new Student—and maybe make a new friend. A new student from Tanzania is joining Jack's third grade class and everyone is curious. Read about this African land that was shaped by ancient volcanoes. Millions of years ago, ash from a volcano hardened around human footprints. These fossils show that humans walked in Tanzania, standing on two feet, more than three million years ago. Animals now live in a huge crater left after a volcano collapsed. Find out about the Maasai, one of the many tribal people of East Africa who still live in traditional ways. Then join Jack and his class in preparing a traditional East African food called ugali and welcoming a New Student from Tanzania. Jamo!

Meet Our New Student From Mexico

Meet Our New Student From Mexico
Author: Tamra Orr
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545749124

Kimberly her classmates and her teacher prepare to welcome Marisa a new student from Mexico by learning about her country its attractions customs and language. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.

Meet Our New Student From Israel

Meet Our New Student From Israel
Author: Laya Saul
Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2009-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1612289371

As soon as the teacher announced that a new student from Israel was joining their class, the kids were ready for a party! Stephanie and the others found out there was a lot to know about Israel before Ziv arrived. They heard about ancient stories, languages, and traditions that are alive today. High tech, nature, soldiers, and candy–there were so many things to explore. Yummy new foods and fun crafts filled the room on the day their new friend Ziv arrived from Israel.

Meet Our New Student From China

Meet Our New Student From China
Author: Tamra Orr
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545749035

A student from China joins Ashley's third grade class and together the students learn about Chinese culture so they can welcome their new friend.

Meet Our New Student From Nicaragua

Meet Our New Student From Nicaragua
Author: John A. Torres
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545749140

Nicaragua is a land of baseball and beautiful beaches, soaring mountain ranges, and smoking volcanoes. The rich history of this small Central American country contributes to a blend of different cultures, including those of the Spanish settlers, native Indians, and others. Its vibrant history also includes political strife from civil wars, protests, and military intervention by the United States. Join Danny and his fourth-grade classmates as they explore the history, culture, geography, and climate of the country to prepare for the arrival of Ramon, a new student from Nicaragua. Best of all, find out how to make gallopinto, then paint a clay piggy bank you can make yourself. Hola, Ramon! (Recipe and craft instructions included.)

Meet Our New Student From India

Meet Our New Student From India
Author: Khadija Ejaz
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545749078

Jai Singh, an eight-year-old boy from India, will join Colleen s third-grade class next week. Colleen and her classmates are determined to learn all they can about India in order to welcome Jai to the United States. They embark on a quest that takes them from the echoes of ancient India to the dizzying hustle-and-bustle of what is today the world's largest democracy. Once the Jewel in the Crown of the British Empire, independent India is now home to over a billion people who make the nation a kaleidoscope of diverse languages, religions, clothing, art, and food. The students learn about the ancient saints and Bollywood superstars from the land of the Taj Mahal as they greet Jai with mango lassis and beautiful diyas!