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Hauser, Brooke.
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International High School (New York, N.Y.) -- Students -- Case studies.
Children of immigrants -- Education (Secondary) -- New York (State) -- New York -- Case studies.
High school seniors -- New York (State) -- New York -- Case studies.
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The new kids : big d...
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The new kids : big dreams and brave journeys at a high school for immigrant teens / Brooke Hauser.
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Hauser, Brooke.
New York : Free Press, 2011.
Subjects
International High School (New York, N.Y.) -- Students -- Case studies.
Children of immigrants -- Education (Secondary) -- New York (State) -- New York -- Case studies.
High school seniors -- New York (State) -- New York -- Case studies.
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http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1106/2010051302-d.html
ISBN:
9781439163283 :
1439163286
Description:
308 p. ; 24 cm.
Edition:
1st Free Press hardcover ed.
Contents:
pt. I. Passages : Chit Su's first day ; Frequently asked questions ; Over the counter and under the radar ; From journey to journal ; Twenty-four hours in a suitcase ; Dinner for Jessica ; Capturing Yasmeen -- pt. II. Between worlds : The life and times of Mohamed Bah ; Illegal ; Guardians ; Hope day ; In search of a new life ; Negotiating ; A house on the moon -- pt. III. Almost American : Spring forward, fall back ; Makeup and head scarves ; Soup or salad? ; Dress rehearsals ; Party in the U.S.A. ; Walking ; It goes on.
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Summary:
Freelance writer Hauser tracks the staff and students at the International High School at Prospect Heights in Brooklyn, N.Y., providing their personal histories as well as their day-to-day experiences.
Awards:
Alex Awards, 2012.
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Hawaii State Library
Social Science & Philosophy
373.18 Ha
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