In "Yatandou," Gloria Whelan tells the poignant story of a young girl named Yatandou, who lives in a small village in West Africa. As the daughter of a village chief, Yatandou dreams of a life beyond her immediate surroundings. Her world is transformed when she encounters a mysterious stranger, leading her to discover the complexities of her culture, family, and the significance of her heritage. Through her journey, Yatandou learns about the importance of community, tradition, and her own identity, ultimately inspiring her to embrace her roots while navigating new opportunities. It’s a tale of growth, resilience, and self-discovery. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Stories Of the World .

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Sleeping Bear Press .

EVE BUNTING is the author of many acclaimed books for young readers, including the Caldecott Medal-winning Smoky Night. Her numerous honors include the prestigious Kerlan Award for her body of work. Ms. Bunting lives in Southern California. PETER SYLVADA graduated from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. His first picture book, A Symphony of Whales, won the Christopher Medal and was named a New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book and a Smithsonian Magazine Notable Book. He lives in Cardiff, California. Gloria Whelan is a best-selling and award-winning novelist living in the United States. This is her first book for Frances Lincoln.