The Name Jar

The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi
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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.
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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.