The Name Jar
Illustrator
The Name Jar is a strong choice for readers looking for Asian American picture books and other diverse picture books shaped by identity, school. Yangsook Choi builds the story around a korean girl wonders whether changing her name will help her fit in at school. Classic immigrant-identity title with durable classroom relevance Especially useful for talking about migration, memory, language, and belonging. Best for ages 5 to 8, with enough depth for conversation after the last page. See more children's books about immigration, or compare it with Andrea Wang's Watercress for another angle.
5
8
Gender
Publisher
ISBN
9780440417996.00
Reader fit
Best for this book
Age fit
Ages 5-8
Use for
Identity, School, Immigration
Representation
Culture and Race
Language
English
A practical pick when you need a picture book about identity and school with enough story value for repeat reading.