Josie Dances

DENISE LAJIMODIERE | Ojibwe - Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa

ANGELA ERDRICH | Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa

  • English

  • powwow, Indigenous beadwork, intergenerational learning, dance, drumming

  • Pre Kindergarten +

Having just moved from Korea, Unhei is anxious about fitting in. So instead of introducing herself on the first day of school, she decides to choose an American name from a glass jar. Unhei thinks of being a Suzy, Laura, or Amanda, nothing feels right. With the help of her family and a new friend, Unhei will decides that the best name is her own. The Name Jar is a classic story about finding the courage to be yourself and pride in your culture.