8 Pounds Suggested Age: 5-8 Years Number of Pages: 40 Genre: Juvenile Fiction Sub-Genre: Social Themes Publisher: Alfred A. When she attends her new school her classmates have a hard time pronouncing her name therefore, they help her look for a different name that she can use.

The first book she illustrated, Nim and the War Effort by Milly Lee, was an ALA Notable Book and an IRA-CBC Children's Book Award Winner. The Name Jar - by Yangsook Choi 17.99When purchased online In Stock Add to cart About this item Specifications Dimensions (Overall): 11.32 Inches (H) x 8.81 Inches (W) x. The Name Jar is a realistic fiction picture book that explains the life of a girl that if from Korea that emigrates from a different country. She has written and illustrated several books for young readers, including The Sun Girl and the Moon Boy and Good-bye, 382 Shin Dang Dong by Frances Park and Ginger Park. From acclaimed creator Yangsook Choi comes the bestselling classic about finding the courage to be yourself and being proud of your background.Ībout the Author Yangsook Choi grew up in Seoul, Korea. With the help of a new friend, Unhei will learn that the best name is her own. But while Unhei thinks of being a Suzy, Laura, or Amanda, nothing feels right. So instead of introducing herself on the first day of school, she decides to choose an American name from a glass jar. The Name Jar Yangsook Choi Random House Children's Books, Juvenile Fiction - 40 pages 42 Reviews Reviews aren't verified, but Google checks for and removes fake content when. /rebates/2f97807569163052fName-Jar-Choi-Yangsook-07569163052fplp&.

Being the new kid in school is hard enough, but what happens when nobody can pronounce your name? Having just moved from Korea, Unhei is anxious about fitting in. Illustrations.īook Synopsis A heartwarming story about the new girl in school, and how she learns to appreciate her Korean name. Yangsook Choi (author), Yangsook Choi (illustrator) Published by Perfection Learning, Logan, IA (2003) ISBN 10: 0756916305 ISBN 13: 9780756916305. About the Book Now in paperback-the heartwarming multicultural story of a young Korean girl, new to her American classroom, who says she will choose a name easier for her classmates to pronounce from a jar of names.

The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi