Turtle Knows Your Name

This book works on multiple levels. The text storyline is outstanding and enages both children and adults in understanding the beauty and uniqueness of each individual's name. The book is unique in its call and response potential that will further draw young children into the story. The story will become especially intriguing to children when it becomes obvious that they are able to pronounce the name(s) in the book better than the adults (always a source of children's delight. An additional benefit of the book is its multicultural component. It should also be noted that for all the teachers and parents who mourn the fact that there are, seemingly, not enough books that address diversity, I recommend this book. Finally, the illustrations are exquisite. This is a classic book.

I read this book to my 1 year old. We liked the repitiion and rhyme of the book. But what we liked best is the subject matter. She and I both have difficult and lengthy names and I think this book encourages you to embrace your name. The illustrations of Ashley Bryan are always beautiful and alive with color.