The United States is full of people from different backgrounds. It is full of people with different beliefs. Each of them has a story. This month let’s look at the stories of several Jewish Americans.
This is Emma Lazarus. She was born in New York City. She was one of the first famous Jewish authors in America. She wrote a poem called “The New Colossus.” It is displayed on the Statue of Liberty. It welcomes immigrants to our country.
What Do You Think? Why do you think it is important to celebrate different people’s stories? What is your story?
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