Read the last three stories, finishing the book.
Content Summary for Teachers
A Down Home Meal for These Difficult Times
This story follows Jazarah and Yeshi as they make various recipes from a popular American cookbook. Eventually, the woman open a food truck, which becomes a popular spot for comfort food.
Preludes
This story offers a peek into the life of various immigrants who live in the Rainier Valley. We see how their lives intertwine and overlap with each other. A neighbor, Marla, is always full of advice for new immigrants.
Swearing In, January 20, 2009
The narrator travels to Washington D.C. for the inauguration of Barak Obama. He describes the festive event with an atmosphere...