Yanay

Name: Yanay
Brand: Books del Sur
SKU: 9789874071323
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: InStock

$19.99

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Yanay es un libro ilustrado poético y conmovedor de Katherine Rojas, publicado por Editorial Amanuta. A través de un texto lírico en español e ilustraciones suaves y oníricas, narra la historia de una niña llamada Yanay que emprende un viaje para comprender su nombre y su conexión con la naturaleza, el amor y la sabiduría ancestral. Con raíces en la cultura quechua —donde "Yanay" significa "mi amada"—, el libro explora con delicadeza la identidad, la herencia y el poder de las palabras. Ideal para lectores de 6 a 10 años, es un hermoso recurso para aulas bilingües que fomenta conversaciones sobre las raíces culturales, la expresión emocional y el significado de los nombres.

English Description:

Yanay is a poetic and emotionally resonant picture book by Katherine Rojas, published by Editorial Amanuta. Through lyrical Spanish text and soft, dreamlike illustrations, it tells the story of a girl named Yanay who embarks on a journey to understand her name and its connection to nature, love, and ancestral wisdom. Rooted in Quechua culture—where “Yanay” means “my beloved”—the book gently explores identity, heritage, and the power of words. Ideal for readers ages 6–10, it’s a beautiful resource for dual-language classrooms to spark conversations about cultural roots, emotional expression, and the meaning behind names.

Publishing Details

Author : Nella Gatica

Author Nationality : Argentina

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 32

Size: 9 X 1 X 7 in

Year Published: 2021

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Realistic Fiction

Theme: Change, Culture, Friendship, Migration, Social Issues, Immigration