Hannah Is My Name
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2004 · Est. 15 min read-aloud

Hannah Is My Name

Written & illustrated by Belle Yang

A family from Taiwan seeks a new life in America, awaiting green cards to call it home.

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32 pages· 1,905 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud
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Hannah's family journeys from Taiwan to San Francisco, dreaming of freedom and opportunity. As Hannah navigates a new school, language, and identity, they anxiously await the green cards that promise a permanent home. Will their hopes for a new life in America be realized, or will the challenges of immigration prove too daunting? This heartfelt tale captures the essence of the immigrant experience, exploring the dreams and struggles of starting anew in a foreign land.

From the publisher

“Based on her own immigration story, Yang’s offering is a winner — a spot-on depiction of the immigration experience in America.” — KIRKUS REVIEWS

It’s a long way from Taiwan to San Francisco, but Hannah’s family has made the journey because they want to make America their home. In America, Baba tells his daughter, people are free to say what they think, and children can grow up to be whatever they choose. As Hannah takes a new name, starts a new school, learns a new language, and adjusts to a new way of life, they all wait — and hope — for the arrival of the green cards that will assure they are finally home to stay.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,905
Reading age
5–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
740L
Themes & topics
Books about trying new thingsBooks about AmericaBooks about movingBooks about travelBooks about immigration and emigration
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~R
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
81263
Publication
Published
September 1, 2007
First published
August 19, 2004
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763635213

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