Their Great Gift
Courage, Sacrifice, and Hope in a New Land

This picture book is filled with gorgeous photographs of diverse people who live in the United States. The book speaks about the way that families came to our country. It talks of the dreams that they had and how difficult it was to make the journey and learn a different language. It is about the ha......more

This beautiful, heart-warming children’s book gave me goosebumps. The photographs portray a multitude of immigrants who came to America from many different countries. In simple, almost lyrical text it imparts the great sacrifices that the previous generation made, not only to bring their family to a......more

I had high hopes after reading reviews about this "timely topic." But was disappointed by so many b/w photographs. One reviewer mentioned they look like pictures from the 1970s and 80s. I agree. I have discarded several culture and country books from the 80s with similar dated photos from my library......more

Incredible pictorial journey of random American immigrants from every corner of the globe. Spare, poetic text focuses on our shared experiences as well as our struggles. Photos are poignant, speaking of family, tradition, sacrifice. Our families and histories, though diverse, bind us together. Movin......more