Tag Archives: immigration

Monday Book Review: Refugee by Alan Gratz

Posted on August 27, 2018 by AJ Cattapan

Today I’m sharing with you one of my favorite reads from my doctorate program studies this summer. If you want a sense of what it’s like to be a refugee (both currently and historically), then check out this book by … Continue reading →

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Monday Book Review: Return to Sender by Julia Alvarez

Posted on July 23, 2018 by AJ Cattapan

With recent talk about building a wall between the United States and Mexico, this middle grade novel gives the reader some insight into the hardships some immigrants go through to provide for their families. Title: Return to Sender Author: Julia Alvarez Genre: contemporary … Continue reading →

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Monday Book Review: Amina’s Voice by Hena Khan

Posted on July 9, 2018 by AJ Cattapan

As I continue to read YA and middle grade books on immigration for my doctorate program this summer, here’s another story that fits the bill. Title: Amina’s Voice Author: Hena Khan Genre:  contemporary realistic fiction Age group: middle grade Synopsis: Sixth grader Amina … Continue reading →

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