Two Countries One Me - What Is My Name?

<p>KJ is spending time with Grandma and Nanna whilst his parents are away for the week. He is intrigued by a picture of a little baby with his mum and dad. The question of <strong><em>What is My Name?</em></strong><em> </em>comes up when KJ learns that the photo was the day of his naming ceremony.<em> </em></p><p><br></p><p>In this story Grandma and Nanna explain KJ's Nigerian and Ghanaian names whilst helping KJ understand the decision and thought process behind each given name.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>What Is My Name?</em> </strong>is written to help kids and others understand the cultural significance that having an African or multicultural name has on the child and their families identity. The power a child gets from calling or hearing an African name is an upliftment of self-esteem and confidence. Such names help to reaffirm the richness of a child's heritage and the cultural diversity that surrounds them.</p>