THE JOURNEY OF AN IMMIGRANT

FROM FARM TO FREEDOM

by KHETAM DAHI


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E-Book
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Softcover
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Book Details

Language : English
Publication Date : 7/30/2012

Format : E-Book
Dimensions : N/A
Page Count : 168
ISBN : 9781466947108
Format : Softcover
Dimensions : 7.5x9.25
Page Count : 168
ISBN : 9781466947115

About the Book

Khetam Dahi captures the often-ignored voices and painful experiences of Syrian migrant children and families. In a simple yet honest and powerful prose, Dahi, through the eyes a child turning adolescent, narrates the everyday existence of immigrant and working-class families. Although the family faced extreme hardships and poverty, their love for each other and determination to succeed served as a catalyst to infuse them with optimism and a love for life. Her inspirational journey of breaking through despite all obstacles certainly lets readers vicariously experience her joy and sorrow, regrets and hopes. Dahi’s artfully weaved narratives provide young adult learners an opportunity to become personally enmeshed in her stories, but most importantly, it creates a space where students can feel free to relate, relive, and learn. The simple language makes this book an excellent choice for reluctant readers and ESL students, especially because the author includes many exercises to give students the opportunity to share their own experiences and identify with the characters in her stories.


About the Author

Khetam Dahi is an assistant professor of ESL (English as a second language) and Vice-Chair, Department of English at East Lost Angeles College. She also teaches reading and English composition. She has an MA in English composition with a concentration in TESL, a reading certificate, and a GATE (gifted and talented education) certificate. She lives in Long Beach, California, with her husband and four children.