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My Life as an Immigrant

by Leigh Lewis

A child’s perspective on making a new home

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A child’s perspective on making a new home

Paola’s account connects the practical adjustments of moving from El Salvador to the United States—learning English and making friends—with the effort to stay close to family across countries. Drawing, reading, and playing violin are part of the life she shares, alongside the challenges and joys of immigration. The illustrated narrative nonfiction format is designed for elementary students, and a dyslexic-friendly font supports accessibility. Tips on welcoming and respecting immigrants, plus a glossary, extend the book’s focus beyond Paola’s personal experience.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Elementary students exploring immigration through one child’s experience
  • Readers interested in stories about adjusting to a new country, family ties, and belonging
  • Classrooms or families seeking introductory material on welcoming and respecting immigrants

Themes

Immigration and adjustmentFamily connections across countriesLanguage learning and friendshipWelcoming and respecting immigrants

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Book overview

Paola is an immigrant from El Salvador who moved to the United States when she was five. She loves drawing, reading, and playing violin. Paola shares her experiences of adjusting to a new country, learning English, and making friends. Learn about her life as an immigrant in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. With the help of experienced children's author Leigh Lewis, Paola highlights the challenges and joys of being an immigrant, including staying connected with family in El Salvador and embracing new opportunities in the US. A dyslexic-friendly font promotes accessibility. Includes tips for welcoming and respecting immigrants, and a glossary of important words.
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