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When Jo Louis Won the Title
Jo Louis dreads her first day in her new school because she is sure that the other children will make fun of her name. "This will be an effective prompt for many families and how-you-got-your-name stories, and many youngsters, especially reading with relatives, will appreciate the loving evocation of bonds to kin and history." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
- GenresPicture Books
32 pages, Hardcover
First published September 26, 1994
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August 21, 2011
Although this title is old, it's another standout to add to a list about self-identity and the power of one's name. When Jo Louis confesses her dread about starting the school year to her grandfather, he gently teases out of her the real reason for her anxiety: She is sure the other students will make fun of her name. He proceeds to tell her about her namesake and his boxing title as well as how he met her grandmother, giving her the courage to go to school and also fostering pride in her own family and cultural heritage. The ending is perfect, and the illustrations clearly show the affection between the generations. I'm grateful to one of my colleagues for this recommendation.
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