Who We Are
Set of 4 titles
No matter who we are or where we have come from, we are--all of us--the sum total of our experiences. History informs who we are but does not define us. Through our values, ideas, and actions, we shape contemporary life and culture as it shapes us. Through stories from history and contemporary life the Who We Are series explores the many and varied experiences of Asian Americans, Black Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans.
Interest Level | Grade 6 - Grade 12 |
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Reading Level | Grade 6 |
Dewey Number | 305.86-305.89 |
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Language | English |
Publisher | ReferencePoint Press |
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Format | Reinforced book |
ISBN | S23REFE05 |
Copyright | 2023 |
Number of Pages | 64 |
Dimensions | 6.5 x 9.25 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
SLJ Review of Who We Are
This series shatters stereotypes about minority groups in America. The writers trace the historical roots of each community to their contemporary unique group identity. But no community is treated as homogenous. Readers will learn about the many Native American tribes and the different traditions and customs that developed over their histories. They will learn about the many ethnic groups lumped together under the umbrella term ‘Asian American.’ This series challenges the textbook history students are taught by removing the European focus of the story. Unfortunately, many pages are walls of text spaced very close together. While some are broken up with large photos, text boxes, and colored circles containing quotes, it still puts a lot of strain on the eye and will turn off some readers. Each book includes statistics about the population, extensive source notes, recommended websites, and an index. VERDICT This series provides excellent research material and can serve as a companion text to traditional textbooks, but the format needs work.