The Name Jar
Knopf, 2001
ISBN 0-375-80613-X

Having just arrived from Korea with her family, Unhei is anxious about making friends and worried that no one will be able to pronounce her name, so she decides to pick a new name. But when a large glass jar filled with names appears on her desk, Unhei happily discovers that her classmates want to help. Will she be Daisy, Madison, or ??? And what will she do with her real name?

“Unhei's reflection and inner strength are noteworthy; cultural details freshen the story." - The New York Times

“Beautifully written and illustrated.” - Philadelphia Times

“Interweaving several issues into this touching account and delicately addressing the challenges of assimilation.” - Kirkus Reviews

A California Young Reader Medal nominee
A Best of the Best by the Chicago Public Library
An IRA Teachers' Choice
PBS Reading Rainbow Selection
An ABA Kids' Pick of the List

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