"The Naming of Tishkin Silk" follows the journey of a young girl named Tishkin, who grapples with her identity and the complexities of her family relationships. Living in a world that often feels constricting, Tishkin struggles to find her unique voice and place. As she navigates the challenges of growing up, she discovers the power of imagination and the importance of names—both given and chosen. The story weaves together themes of self-discovery, cultural heritage, and the significance of connection, ultimately leading Tishkin towards a deeper understanding of herself and the bonds that unite her with those she loves. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 2nd grade-5th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 7-10 years.

There are 101 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Farrar Straus Giroux .

Glenda Millard is an award-winning Australian author. She wrote A Small Free Kiss in the Dark after seeing n article about people who survive on what other people waste. PATRICE BARTON found her artisitic talents at the young age of three, when she was foun creating a mural on the dining room wall with a pastry brush and a can of Crisco! Her passion for art grew and she earned a BFA in Studio Art from the University of Texas, where she now lives with her husband and son. Clients Patrice has worked with include QED, Scholastic Book Club and National Geographic.