Andy (That's My Name)

Reach for this book when your child is just beginning to recognize letters or feels a bit small when playing with older, bigger kids. Andy (That's My Name) is a classic Tomie dePaola story that turns the building blocks of literacy into a playful game of identity and teamwork. As Andy carries his big red wagon full of letters, he watches as his older friends use them to build new words, showing how parts of ourselves can contribute to something larger. This story is a wonderful tool for building early reading confidence while gently addressing the social dynamics of peer groups. It celebrates the pride of ownership (it is HIS name, after all) while fostering a sense of belonging. Ideal for preschoolers and kindergartners, it transforms abstract phonics into a tangible, emotional experience about standing tall even when you are the littlest one in the group.