![]() ![]() What’s in a name? For some children, it’s a link to their past, a reason to be bullied, a special meaning that boosts their self-esteem. In an immigration journey, a name is something that might be changed because it is hard to pronounce and remember. Perhaps one day he will appreciate the significance of it. Our son, more than his sisters, does not like his ethnic middle name. ![]() Korean tradition does NOT use names of relatives, but it was our way to remembering my husband’s father who passed away when he was very young. My daughters have Japanese names - Keiko and Miyako my son middle name, Gyung-Won, is the name of his Korean grandfather. Encourage empathy among kids by reading these children’s books about names! Inspirational stories to share the meaning and importance of names.Įach of my three children have a middle name that reflects part of their Korean/Japanese/Chinese ethnicity. ![]()
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