Integrating into a New Culture as a Refugee| FILMS BYKIDS
6th Grade – 8th Grade
9th Grade – 12th Grade
English
Explore the challenges faced by Syrian refugees when settling in a new place in this video from FILMS BYKIDS: Out of Aleppo. Mohammad Shasho is one of the many refugees forced to leave their home in order to escape war and violence in Syria. Mohammad shares how he has worked toward integrating into a new culture in Germany and his aspiration to one day return to his homeland. Support materials include a background essay, discussion questions, and links to additional classroom resources on the Bykids website.
FILMS BYKIDS pairs master filmmakers with teenagers from around the world to create short personal documentaries that educate Americans as they encourage understanding and engagement about globally relevant issues.