My name is Saajin Singh / written by Kuljinder Kaur Brar ; illustrated by Samrath Kaur.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781773217055 (hardcover)
- ISBN: 1773217054 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 cm
- Publisher: Toronto ; Annick Press, [2022]
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Subject: | Names, Personal > Pronunciation > Fiction. Identity (Philosophical concept) > Fiction. Schools > Fiction. |
Available copies
- 3 of 3 copies available at Kenton County.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 3 total copies.
Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Covington Branch | E BRAR K (Text) | 33126020002949 | Easy | Available | - |
Erlanger Branch | E BRAR K (Text) | 33126020003020 | Easy | Available | - |
Independence Branch | E BRAR K (Text) | 33126020003012 | Easy | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
When the teacher mispronounces his name on the first day of school, Saajin, who loves his name, is not sure if he should correct her until he realizes the importance of reclaiming his name and embracing his identity. - Baker & Taylor
When the teacher mispronounces his name on the first day of school, Saajin, who LOVES his name, is not sure if he should correct her until he realizes the importance of reclaiming his name and embracing his identity. Illustrations. - Perseus Publishing
A debut picture book that explores the importance of pronouncing names properly and celebrates cultural identity.
Saajin loves his nameâhe loves it so much that he sees it spelled out in the world around him in his snacks, in the sky and sometimes he even sings it aloud. On his first day of school, Saajin is excited to meet his new classmates, but things take a turn when the teacher mispronounces his name as Say-jin and he is not sure howâor if he shouldâcorrect her. After trying to live with the different version of his name for a while and some thoughtful conversations with his family about the meaning behind it, Saajin realizes the importance of reclaiming his name and embracing his identity. This empowering story, accompanied by energetic and vibrant art by Samrath Kaur, will resonate with any reader who has ever felt misunderstood.