The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name

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Author(s)	Sandhya Parappukkaran
Illustrator(s)	Michelle Pereira
Age Group	4-8
Publisher	Harry N. Abrams
ISBN	978-1419761584
Year	2023

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When Zimdalamashkermishkada starts at a new school, he knows he’ll have to introduce himself to lots of new people. He trips over his long name and decides to shrink it down to the shorter, simpler Zim. The nickname works fine for introductions, but deep down, it doesn’t feel right. It’s not until a new friend sees him for who he truly is that Zimdalamashkermishkada finds the confidence to step proudly into his long name. This book is an uplifting story that encourages young readers to celebrate their authentic selves, and proclaims that no one should ever have to shrink themselves to fit in.

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