The Name Jar

The Name Jar follows Unhei, a young Korean girl who moves to America and struggles with whether to use her Korean name or choose an American name to fit in at her new school. When her classmates suggest she pick a new name from a jar of suggestions, Unhei must decide between embracing her cultural identity and assimilating to make friends. The story explores themes of cultural identity, immigration experiences, and the importance of embracing one's heritage while finding acceptance in a new community. This heartwarming tale celebrates Korean culture and the universal experience of feeling different in a new place.