Lead-in: Begin the lesson by asking students to share their family’s immigration story. Ask them to discuss why their family came to the United States and what challenges they faced. This will help students connect with the topic and understand the personal impact of immigration.

Teaching Body:

1. Historical Overview: Provide a brief history of American immigration, including the major waves of immigration and the reasons why people came to the United States. Discuss the impact of immigration on American society and the challenges faced by immigrants.

2. Immigration Policy: Discuss the current immigration policy in the United States, including the different types of visas and the process for obtaining citizenship. Discuss the challenges faced by immigrants in navigating the immigration system.

3. Immigration and Society: Discuss the impact of immigration on American society, including the economic, social, and cultural contributions of immigrants. Discuss the challenges faced by immigrants in integrating into American society.

Teaching Focus:

1. Analyze the impact of immigration on American society and the challenges faced by immigrants.

2. Evaluate the current immigration policy in the United States and the challenges faced by immigrants in navigating the immigration system.

3. Develop an understanding of the personal impact of immigration on individuals and families.

Assignment:

1. Research and write a paper on the impact of immigration on American society, including the economic, social, and cultural contributions of immigrants.

2. Interview an immigrant and write a personal narrative about their immigration story, including the challenges they faced and the impact of immigration on their life.

3. Develop a proposal for immigration reform in the United States, including recommendations for improving the immigration system and addressing the challenges faced by immigrants.