Alma and How She Got Her Name

Alma and How She Got Her Name is an excellent diverse picture book for conversations about ancestry, naming, and family belonging. As Alma asks why she has so many names, her father tells her the stories of the relatives behind each one, helping her understand that identity can be both inherited and still unfinished. For families, classrooms, and libraries seeking Latinx and BIPOC picture books that invite children to think about their own names and histories, this award-winning title is a natural fit. Especially good for repeat readings because the language stays readable while the emotional detail keeps opening up. Best for ages 4 to 8, with enough depth for conversation after the last page.