A book of little consequence that reads like a publication ready-made for a tourist or visitor's information gift or book shop. The most elementary of primers on the topic, and not a terribly engaging one at that. Please pass "Go" and save yourself from the boredom - knit, crochet, count sheep. ( )

Not knowing a whole lot about Ellis Island this book gave me insight on what took place there. Also, how and why they opened Ellis Island and the different names it was called throughout history. I am glad that they restored the island and opened a museum on the island so people and visit and learn the history that took place there. Maybe one day I will get to visit the island and see and hear what life was like to an immigrant entering this country for the first time. This book would be great for a research report, expanding children’s mindset, and researching other cultures in America. ( )