Maya's Two Names

For every child who carries two worlds - and every parent who wants them to be proud of both.

Maya is seven, British-Nigerian and Irish, and she moves between two worlds with ease - jollof rice on Saturdays, shepherd's pie on Sundays, flags from both families on her bedroom wall.

But when someone mispronounces her Nigerian middle name, Maya faces one of those small moments that feel very, very big. Should she correct them? Will it be awkward? Does it even matter?

It matters more than anything.

In this warm, culturally rich picture book, Maya finds the words - and in doing so, finds a little more of herself.

Perfect for: Children aged 4-8 · Mixed-heritage and multicultural families · Children navigating identity questions · Teachers promoting inclusion · Schools with diverse communities

Part of the Both and Brilliant series - joyful stories about Maya, a mixed-heritage girl discovering that being from two worlds is twice the magic.

Includes: A "My Two Names" activity page at the back, and a note on celebrating multicultural identity.

Also in the series: Which Box Do I Tick? · Two Grandmas, One Maya · Maya and the New Girl