Literacy Passport - Mysteries and Maps

Names connect us to family, culture, history, and identity. This week we'll become literary detectives, exploring how stories of names can reveal important connections to people, places, and traditions.

Featured title: The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi

When Unhei moves to a new country, she wonders whether she should choose a different name. Her journey encourages readers to think about identity, belonging, and the stories behind the names we carry.

Activity: Name Detective Map

Readers investigate the stories, meanings, and connections behind their names and create a personal map featuring important people, places, memories, and experiences.