Nanibah Chacon
Nanibah “Nani” Chacon is a Diné (Navajo) and Chicana artist. While Chacon is most recognized as a painter and muralist, her art expands across disciplines, including illustration and installation. Her most notable works include large-scale paintings, murals, and installations in the public arts sector, where she has twenty years of experience. Chacon’s work focuses on the integration of sociopolitical issues affecting women and Indigenous peoples as well as her personal philosophy that art should be accessible and a meaningful catalyst for social change. She lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Kids Books (1)
Aaniin: I See Your Light
$24.99
Artists:
Format:
Hardcover
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Anishinaabeg; Ojibway;
ISBN / Barcode: 9780063088634
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
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.”
With the help of the Ojibwe Seven Grandfather Teachings—Love, Respect, Bravery, Truth, Honesty, Humility, and Wisdom—we can learn to see this brilliance shining through everyone and express our appreciation for one another’s light.
Includes an author's note and a note from Heartdrum author-curator Cynthia Leitich Smith.
Educator Information
Recommended for ages 4 to 8.
Additional Information
32 pages | 9" x 11" | Hardcover
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