Aaniin: I See Your Light

ISBN

9780063088634/0063088630

Publisher & Publication Year

Heartdrum, 2026

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Author

Dawn Quigley (Turtle Mountain Band Ojibwe)

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Illustrator

Nanibah Chacon (Navajo)

Synopsis

Summary

Using the Ojibwe Seven Grandfather Teachings, this picture book by acclaimed author Dawn Quigley (Ojibwe) and debut Diné (Navajo) artist Nanibah Chacon introduces universal values for living with loving recognition of a child’s own inner goodness. Each of us has an inner light that might not always be seen by others. Aaniin (ah-NEEN) is a greeting in the Ojibwe language for hello and can also be translated as “I see your light.”

Notable Achievements

Reviews

Publishers Weekly: “An empowering read that both honors children’s behavioral strengths and offers guidance on orienting around values."

School Library Journal: "This radiant picture book is a must-have that reassures little readers (and adults) that they are seen, valued, and have a bright light within."

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