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1:Select one immigrant group that you researched and create a six-slide multimedia presentation that reports what you learned. Illustrate it with images and conclude it with the most interesting item you learned. Make sure to review the checklist and the grading rubric for more information.

2:Click on the link below to view a Student Model. This student model has an example of a title slide and one content slide. You will need to follow the checklist and scoring rubric closely to complete your presentation.
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I understand that my thesis statement about the immigrant group I researched must address the following questions: Why did they leave their home countries, and why were they drawn to Kansas?
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I understand that I must use evidence (research) to support my thesis statement.

You will need both primary and secondary sources about the Kansas immigrant group you selected. You must cite your research in both a works cited page and in-text citations.
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I have supported my thesis statement using the 5 W’s (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) and have logically organized my slideshow with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.(1 point)
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Info about the people
Mexicans in Kansas: The Story of Topeka Kansas has had a relationship with Mexico for a long time. Mexico is a country in North America. The Santa Fe Trail passed through Kansas. The trail connected the United States and Mexico. American and Mexican traders traveled on the trail through Kansas. In the early days only a few Mexicans immigrated to Kansas. As the railroads grew, more Mexicans immigrated to the state.
Why did they leave Mexico? Mexicans were like other immigrants. They came to Kansas looking for economic opportunities. They also wanted a good life for their families. At the beginning of the twentieth century, conditions in Mexico were difficult. Many people lived in poverty. They were losing their jobs. The government of Mexico was not stable. Many Mexicans were uncertain what the future would bring.
Why did they come to Kansas? Beginning in 1900, many Mexicans came to Kansas to find better jobs. Americans would travel to the Mexican border to recruit workers. The workers were brought to Kansas to work in the meatpacking plants in Kansas City. Mexicans also found jobs with the sugar beet industry near Garden City. Most Mexicans came to work for the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad.
What did they find in Kansas? Africa Antarctica Australia The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad had its offices in Topeka. At first the railroad sent the Mexican workers out to build and maintain the railroad tracks. In the beginning, the workers were usually men who had left their families at home in Mexico. They worked from spring through fall for the railroad, returning home to Mexico in the winter. Within a few years, many of the workers began to stay in Kansas all year. They brought their families up from Mexico. The Mexican community in Topeka began to grow. Mexicans living in Kansas opened their homes to new families. This allowed new immigrants time to save up enough money for a home of their own.
What happened to Topeka? Today, Hispanics (people of Spanish heritage) are the fastest growing ethnic group in Kansas. Mexicans make up the largest group of Hispanics. Mexicans are an important part of the Topeka community. They also remain important to the success of the railroad industry. For more than 70 years Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish has sponsored an annual Fiesta. The Fiesta celebrates the Mexican heritage of the community. It also raises funds to support the parish school.

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Slide 1: Title Slide

Title: The Journey of Mexican Immigrants to Kansas
Subtitle: An exploration of history and impact
Your Name
Date
![Image: Mexican immigrant community in Topeka, Kansas]

Slide 2: Introduction

Thesis Statement:
Mexican immigrants left their home country due to economic hardships and political instability, finding new opportunities in Kansas, particularly in the railroad and meatpacking industries.
![Image: Map of Mexico and Kansas with migration routes]

Slide 3: Who Were They?

Who:
Mexican immigrants began arriving in Kansas around the early 20th century.

  • Most were men who initially left families back in Mexico.
  • They were attracted by job opportunities in the growing industries.
    ![Image: Historical photos of Mexican workers on railroads]

Slide 4: Why Did They Leave Mexico?

What & Why:

  • They left Mexico due to economic struggles and an unstable government around the turn of the century.
  • Many lived in poverty and faced job scarcity.
    ![Image: Poverty in early 20th century Mexico]

Slide 5: Why Kansas?

What & Where:

  • By 1900, the demand for labor increased, leading Americans to recruit Mexican workers.
  • Most Mexicans came to work in:
    • Meatpacking plants in Kansas City
    • The sugar beet industry near Garden City
    • The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad
      ![Image: Image of meatpacking plants in Kansas City]

Slide 6: Community Impact

What Happened to Topeka?

  • Over time, the Mexican community in Topeka flourished.
  • They contributed significantly to the local culture, economy, and the continuation of the Fiesta held by Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish.
  • Interesting Fact: Hispanics are currently the fastest-growing ethnic group in Kansas, with Mexicans being the largest segment.
    ![Image: Image from the Fiesta celebration in Topeka]

Works Cited

  1. Author Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Title of Website, Publisher, Date, URL.
  2. Author Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year.

(Include all primary and secondary sources used for your research here)

This presentation provides a concise overview of Mexican immigration to Kansas. Each slide contains relevant images and graphics to enhance understanding and keep the audience engaged. Be sure to adjust the images depending on availability and relevance to your specific content.