| Description |
72 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
In America |
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In America (Minneapolis, Minn.)
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| Contents |
Puerto Ricans in America -- In Puerto Rico: First inhabitants -- Spanish colony -- Toward independence -- U. S. possession -- Moving to America: Land of problems -- Making a living -- Learning curve -- Family matters -- Walking the poverty line -- United they stand -- Making their mark: El Barrio -- Identity crisis -- Nuyoricans -- Growing voice -- Making changes -- Forging ahead -- Famous Puerto Rican Americans -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Things to see and do -- Source notes -- Selected bibliography -- Further reading -- Index -- Acknowledgments. |
| Summary |
Examines the history of Puerto Rican immigration to the United States mainland, discussing why Puerto Ricans come, what their lives are like after they arrive, where they settle, and customs they bring from home. |
| Note |
"Web enhanced at www.inamericabooks.com." |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.9 2.0 78801. |
| Subject |
Puerto Ricans -- United States -- History -- Juvenile literature.
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Puerto Ricans -- United States -- Juvenile literature.
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Puerto Ricans -- United States.
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| ISBN |
0822539535 library binding alkaline paper |
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9780822539537 library binding alkaline paper |
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