Journey to America: Celebrating Inspiring Immigrants Who Became Brilliant Scientists, Game-Changing Activists...

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Maliha Abidi

Journey to America

Celebrating Inspiring Immigrants Who Became Brilliant Scientists, Game-Changing Activists &...

Maliha Abidi

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becker&mayer! kids
19 October 2021

People & places (Children's&YA); Educational: Citizenship & social education; Personal & social issues: racism & multiculturalism (Children's&YA)

A timely, beautiful exploration of America's rich history of diversity, Journey to America profiles 25 immigrants and children of immigrants who have affected the nation's culture or business. From showstopping entertainers to game-changing activists to brilliant scientists, these first- and second-generation Americans show the determination and innovation that has shaped the country we know today:

- Science: Kalpana Chawla (astronaut), I. M. Pei (architect), Chien-Shiung Wu (particle physicist), and Albert Einstein (theoretical physicist) - Entertainment: Tan France (fashion designer), Camila Cabello (singer-songwriter), M. Night Shyamalan (filmmaker), Natalie Portman (actress), Rihanna (singer), and Dikembe Mutombo (basketball player) - Politics: Ilhan Omar (congresswoman), Arnold Schwarzenegger (former governor of California), and Alexander Hamilton (founding father) - Business: Elon Musk (Tesla and SpaceX founder) and Indra Nooyi (former PepsiCo CEO) - Children of immigrants: America Ferrara (actress), Walt Disney (founder of The Walt Disney Company), Michelle Kwan (figure skater), Kamala Harris (US vice president), and Barack Obama (former US president)

Journey to America gives you all the stats, facts, and behind-the-scenes info on who they are as well as what they've done. Author-illustrator Maliha Abidi's striking illustrated portraits bring the personalities to life in vivid color. Sidebars explain historical and political facts about the immigration process, highlighting the differences between a permanent resident and a citizen, a first- and second-generation American, and more. As children develop their own dreams for the future, the diverse stories and accomplishments of these American immigrants serve as inspiration.

By: Maliha Abidi
Imprint: becker&mayer! kids
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 165mm,
Weight: 422g
ISBN: 9780760371220
ISBN 10: 0760371229
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 19 October 2021
Recommended Age: From 6 to 10 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Maliha Abidi is a Pakistani immigrant, author-illustrator, and med student who has worked with organizations such as the United Nations, Adobe, Rebel Girls, and Peace Corporation. She has been featured in BBC, Good Morning America, and Malala Fund. Her debut, Pakistan for Women, celebrated fifty extraordinary Pakistani women.

Reviews for Journey to America: Celebrating Inspiring Immigrants Who Became Brilliant Scientists, Game-Changing Activists & Amazing Entertainers

An inspiring collection that shines a spotlight on the life-changing contributions made by immigrants, sure to encourage young readers to follow their dreams. -- Selenia Paz * Booklist *