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Approximately 11 million people live in the United States illegally, having crossed the borders without permission to find a better life. Many Americans are calling for reform to the nation's immigration policies, although there is substantial disagreement about what reform should look like. Trapped in the middle of the often angry rhetoric over immigration reform are an estimated 5.5 million children, who are either undocumented or live in mixed-status households. This book informs readers about the experiences of these children and teens. Although America is the only home most of these young people have ever known, they face many difficulties and risks because of their own or their family members' immigration status. Gripping text provides facts about the issue and puts a human face on the immigration debate.

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Book review: Growing Up as an Undocumented Immigrant Growing Up as an Undocumented Immigrant begins with a status definition and then looks at how young people find themselves in this circumstance, almost always through no fault of their own. The harsh effects of being undocumented--a life of secrecy, the possible incarceration of parents, etc.--are clearly discussed, as is legislation such as the DREAM Act that may change the future. STARRED REVIEW --Ilene Cooper, Booklist

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