1. Sketch an open suitcase (or provide a handout) and write, draw, or add pictures of the things students they brought or would like to have brought with them to the U.S.

2. Create a list of all the unfamiliar foods you have encountered when you first arrived.

3. Write a letter to someone who was there to help you learn how to navigate your new environment.

4. Create welcome cads for next years newcomers who haven't arrived yet. The cards include a welcome statement, a challenge you experienced and how you overcame it, and one piece of advice.

1.  As a journal activity, students can use Google Translate to discover how their names appear in different languages and writing systems, allowing them to explore diverse scripts and cultural variations. Students can draw an outline of several stamps in their notebook, and write 'their name in different languages. Around the perimeter of the page, students can include:

   1. The meaning or etymology of their name

   2. Why their parents selected their name,

   3. What name they might select if they ever decided to change it.

1. Give students a paper cutout of a shirt to create a visual representation of how to pronounce their names. Once completed, these "name shirts" can be displayed on a classroom clothesline, using string and miniature clothespins, offering a fun and meaningful way to help one another with the correct pronunciation of each other's names.

Directed by Michael Camerini and Shari Robertson, the documentary captures the intricate legislative process on Capitol Hill, highlighting the efforts of lawmakers, activists, and stakeholders striving to influence immigration reform. It delves into the challenges faced in passing comprehensive immigration legislation, the strategic maneuvers within Congress, and the broader societal implications of immigration policies.

Through candid interviews and real-time footage, Immigration Battle sheds light on the complexities of policymaking in a polarized political environment, offering viewers a nuanced perspective on one of America's most contentious issues.

The documentary is multilingual, featuring dialogue in Spanish, English, and Zapotec, with subtitles throughout. To complement the film, a bilingual curriculum is available for secondary school students in both the U.S. and Mexico, along with a teacher's guide for educators working with transnational students in Mexico. (unavidathefilm.com)

This short film centers on Moises, a ten-year-old boy who has recently immigrated from Mexico to California. Despite his proficiency in mathematics, Moises struggles in school due to the language barrier, as he doesn't speak English. The film provides a poignant look into the challenges faced by English Language Learners in the U.S. educational system.

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A New Home is a 2022 documentary directed by Joseph Puleo that explores the experiences of Bosnian War refugees who resettled in St. Louis, Missouri. Following the devastating conflict in Bosnia during the 1990s, St. Louis became a primary destination for displaced Bosnians, eventually hosting the largest Bosnian population outside of Bosnia itself. The film delves into the refugees' harrowing journeys to the United States, their challenges in adapting to a new culture, and the significant impact they've had on the social and economic fabric of St. Louis. Through personal narratives and historical context, A New Home sheds light on themes of resilience, community integration, and the enduring effects of displacement. The documentary is available for streaming on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video and Tubi.