Christopher Changes His Name - Softcover

by Itah Sadu and illustrated by Roy Condy

Grade 1-3AThe timeless issue of personal identity, especially in choosing one's own name, is at the heart of this joyous story. Christopher Mulamba is unhappy with his given name. There are 11 Christophers in his school, including 3 in his own classroom. The first alternative the child seizes upon is "Tiger," after his aunt tells him about the thrilling adventures of the heroic Tiger of Tobago. Next, inspired by the story of African-American science great Elijah McCoy, he becomes "The Real McCoy." After watching a particularly great Michael Jordan game, Christopher once again changes his name. Now, he is just "23." However, a new wrinkle complicates his life when his grandmother writes him a handsome birthday check and he tries to deposit it at the local bank. The check is made out to "Christopher Mulamba," but the boy trying to cash it is known far and wide as "23." The resolution is as happy and cheerful as Condy's bold, pulsating cartoons. Children will find delight in both the words and pictures of this charming tale.AJerry D. Flack, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
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