Today’s post is a back-to-school roundup of books for upper elementary, middle school, and high school youth. Also great for adults who don’t have a lot of time to read—everyone can enjoy learning about immigrants and immigration with these stories.
Other Words for Home, by Jasmine Warga
In the midst of civil war, a Syrian girl and her mother move to the U.S. Jude deals with leaving family behind, meeting new family, American school, prejudice, hope, and friendship. Told in verse.
The Sky at Our Feet, by Nadia Hashimi
Samira Surfs, by Rukhsanna Guidroz, illustrated by Fahmida Azim
Samira is a Muslim girl from Burma whose family has fled to Bangladesh. This story in verse shows the challenges faced by refugees, by Muslims, by girls, and still manages to be hopeful.
Refugee, by Alan Gratz
Refugee follows the stories of three refugee families, fleeing Nazi Germany, Cuba, and Syria. Travel with them on their dangerous journeys, and taste their sorrow, terror, and hope.
American Street, by Ibi Zoboi
For more mature readers, American Street tells the story of a Haitian immigrant living with her cousins in Detroit. Dripping with culture, spirituality, and the precariousness of teen life in urban America.
As always, let me know your thoughts in the comments. Feel free to suggest other books that you would recommend.
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