![]() ![]() Listen to Yangsook Choi share her book and follow along with her beautiful illustrations. ![]() All proceeds help support our free global education website. By clicking through and making a purchase, we receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. “Interweaving several issues into this touching account and delicately addressing the challenges of assimilation.” – Kirkus ReviewsĪ Best of the Best by the Chicago Public Libraryĭisclosure: This post contains affiliate links. “Unhei’s reflection and inner strength are noteworthy cultural details freshen the story.” – The New York Times With the help of a new friend, Unhei will learn that the best name is her own. Yangsook Choi The new kid in school needs a new name Or does she Being the new kid in school is hard enough, but what about when nobody can pronounce your name Having just moved from Korea, Unhei is anxious that American kids will like her. 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. 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. ![]()
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