In the Mix
Teen Immigrants (#431)
A record number of immigrants are being naturalized in America, especially Hispanics and Asians. However, animosity toward immigrants and tensions over race and customs often are sources of violent confrontations. IN THE MIX profiles six teen immigrants from different races and countries to gain a deeper understanding of their motivation in coming to America and their aspirations for the future. [28 minutes]
This episode has not aired in the past few months on Iowa Public Television.
Information For Teachers
- Grade Levels
- 6-8, 9-12
- Curricular Areas
- Guidance/Careers
- Social Studies
- Series Length
- 54 episodes
- Average Episode Length
- 28 minutes
- Record Rights
- one year from each broadcast. No duplication allowed.
- Visit the Website for Teacher Resources
- http://www.pbs.org/wnet/mix/
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Series Description: IN THE MIX is the series that "manages to be both hip and responsible." The series' single-theme episodes offer solution-oriented examinations of critical issues and profiles of model programs that provide teens with information needed to make thoughtful decisions. Also highlighted are the accomplishments of young people of diverse backgrounds, providing much needed positive role models.
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