In class, we have started exploring the big question “What is your story? How does it shape your identity?” We have talked a lot about how sharing our stories builds community and understanding.

This week, we are looking at the part of our story that is most often the first thing we share about ourselves… our names! Today we read The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi. It is the story of a little girl who is moving to America from Korea. When she arrives, she realizes that her Korean name is strange to her new friends. She carefully considers whether or not she should choose a new name to use in her new home. If you would like to find out what happens, you can listen to the story here.

I have asked the students to find out about the story of their names. They may have a few questions to ask you! They have a worksheet to fill out to help guide them. If you have any information to share with them that is not included on the sheet, please have them write it on the back. I am asking the class to bring back everything they find out on Thursday, October 15th. Thank you for assisting your child with this activity!