Lesson 3: Reasons for Migrating

Focus: Social and political views expressed through political cartoons and music, push-pull factors for migration, and the American Dream. 

 

Activity 1: Why do People Migrate?

Migrants cross into Danlí and Trojes, Honduras, after braving the dangerous Darién jungle, driven by poverty and violence, aiming to reach the U.S. for safety and opportunity. Photo: IOM Honduras / Erick Escoto.

Activity 3.2: Historia de Reymar Perdomo, la Voz de los Venezolanos que se han ido

In an interview with Americas Quarterly, Perdono speaks about having to leave her home country of Venezuela. 

 

Activity 3.3: Political Cartoon Study

 

Urge una Limpiadita, Fernando Llera 2010