In this story, Grandma and Nanna explain KJ's Nigerian and Ghanaian names whilst helping KJ understand the decision and thought process behind each given name. "What Is My Name?" is written to help kids and others understand the cultural significance that having an African or multicultural name has on the child and their families identity. The power a child gets from calling or hearing an African name is an upliftment of self-esteem and confidence.
Such names help to reaffirm the richness of a child's heritage and the cultural diversity that surrounds them.
| ISBN: | 9781838204334 |
| Publication date: | 4th March 2021 |
| Author: | Bridget Yiadom |
| Illustrator: | Amir Khan |
| Publisher: | Bridget Yaa Publishing House an imprint of Bridget Yiadom |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 32 pages |
| Series: | Two Countries, One Me |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Racism and anti-racism |
In this story, Grandma and Nanna explain KJ's Nigerian and Ghanaian names whilst helping KJ understand the decision and thought process behind each given name. "What Is My Name?" is written to help kids and others understand the cultural significance that having an African or multicultural name has on the child and their families identity.
What Is My Name? features in the following genres: Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Racism and anti-racism
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What Is My Name? was written by Bridget Yiadom and published by Bridget Yaa Publishing House an imprint of Bridget Yiadom
What Is My Name? has 32 pages
Yes it is part of Two Countries, One Me series