Frustrated by a day full of teachers and classmates mispronouncing her
beautiful name, a little girl tells her mother she never wants to come
back to school. In response, the girl's mother teaches her about the
musicality of African, Asian, Black-American, Latinx, and Middle Eastern
names on their lyrical walk home through the city. Empowered by this
newfound understanding, the young girl is ready to return the next day
to share her knowledge with her class. Your Name is a Song is a
celebration to remind all of us about the beauty, history, and magic
behind names.
Your Name is a Song includes back matter perfect for parents,
educators, caregivers, and young readers who want to learn more about
the names featured in the story. The "Glossary of Names" lists each
name's meaning, origin, and pronunciation. Additionally, readers can use
a listed link to access an online video of the author pronouncing all
the names in the book.