Resources
- ABC-Clio This link opens in a new window
Provides a complete, multifaceted examination of the foundations of our government and political system that supports any curriculum or research project focused on the government of the United States. - Explora (EBSCO) This link opens in a new window
Simple search that quickly delivers relevant results including articles, ebooks, essays and primary source documents. Topic overviews that provide students a starting point for research.
- HeinOnline This link opens in a new window
Comprehensive multi-disciplinary content with a focus on legal journals and case law.
Research question: Why read someone else’s story?
Research topics:
- Salvadorian food and culture
Character focus: What foods does Javier use as comfort throughout his journey?
- United States Immigration Laws
Character focus: Who were the coyotes? Why does Javier have to cross over into the U.S. illegally?
- The impact of trauma on children
Character focus: How and why does the trauma of his journey impact Javier later in his life?
Titles in the Collection
The Truth about Immigration by Call Number: 325.73 HERISBN: 9781250288240Publication Date: 2024-06-04
The PTSD Survival Guide for Teens by Call Number: 616.85 RAJISBN: 9781626259904Publication Date: 2018-02-02
The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Call Number: 155.5124 DAMISBN: 9780593500019Publication Date: 2023-02-21
