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Emma's Poem: The Voice of the Statue of Liberty - Full Program

Emma Lazarus grew up in comfort in the United States. She became a writer and an advocate for new immigrants. Asked to write a poem to help raise money for the Statue of Liberty's pedestal, she gave the statue a voice, welcoming immigrants to the country.

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Grade Level(s): K - 6
Media Type: Video
Subject: Language Arts | Reading | Children's Literature