Super Nani and Captain Yaz

Name: Super Nani and Captain Yaz
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781800788121
Price: 18.99 NZD
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By Saira Shah

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Brief Description

In a bustling city, there lived a little girl called Yazmin. And in a small village far away, there lived an old lady called Nani. Yazmin was Nani's granddaughter. But the two of them had never, ever met. Yazmin is very excited to meet Nani for... Read More

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Super Nani and Captain Yaz

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A heartfelt celebration of family, Punjabi culture and the rag doll-making tradition with a dash of superheroes!

A heartfelt celebration of family, Punjabi culture and the rag doll-making tradition with a dash of superheroes!

Description

Yazmin is very excited to meet Nani for the first time until they realise getting to know each other is going to be a bit tricky - they don't speak the same language! But with the help of Yazmin's trusty superheroes and a new rag doll, Yazmin and Nani find there are ways for them to talk after all.

This touching story encapsulates the communicative power of toys and Saira's storytelling gives voice to challenges faced by many multi-generational and multi-culture families. Paired with Maria's artwork, which represents the unbreakable bond between grandparent and child regardless of distance, this book deserves a place on every bookshelf. Perfect for readers of Julian is a Mermaid, The Proudest Blue and Faruq and the Wiri Wiri.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800788121

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 June 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Maria Gabriela Gama

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 264.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Saira Shah

About the Author

Saira Shah (Author)
Saira is a children's author and primary school teacher. She's worked for over ten years in schools across Lancashire, Yorkshire, and even Paris. With a Master's in Education, Saira's always been dedicated to helping children reach their full superstar potential, whether that be in the classroom or through the stories she writes. When Saira's not running away from her two little monsters(kids), she can be found writing stories with a mug of desi chai and yummy chocolate digestives.

Maria Gabriela Gama (Illustrator)
Maria Gabriela Gama is an illustrator born and raised in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, a place that inspires her to create colourful worlds. With a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, she started her professional career working in advertising. But, soon after, she discovered the magical world of illustration and fell in love with it. Since then, Maria's been living her dream job and has illustrated picture books, puzzles, greeting cards and toys. She is passionate about her work and wishes to bring joy, representation and positive change through her cheerful characters and vibrant colours.