What`s in a Name?, Batzel Nickie

Whats in a name? Have you asked about where your name comes from? This is a story about a name and the importance of how it shapes relationships and identities. The giving of a namesake is an important tradition in Inuit culture and this story highlights this wonderful practice. It allows family and friends to recognize where the person is from and it is believed that many gifts are shared between namesakes. I hope you enjoy this story and in turn ask your family about your name and what it means.