Alanna the Llama

Alanna is a llama with one simple problem-nobody can get her name right! But maybe with a little help from you, she can find a way to teach her friends about respecting the way we pronounce each other's names!

Meet Alanna, a cheerful llama who loves to spend time with her fellow zoo animals. But there's just one problem-they keep getting her name wrong!

It's not "a llama." It's Alanna.

She keeps telling them over and over, but they can't seem to get it right. Can you help her find someone who can?

In this playful, funny adventure, kids will laugh along as Alanna meets quirky animal friends. And they'll learn to stand up for their own differences as Alanna makes sure to correct the animals who mispronounce her name. Through vibrant illustrations and delightful dialogue, children will learn the value of respecting others, and why names are such an important piece of our identities.

Inspired by a sweet, real-life family story, Alanna the Llama was born from Sean and Kristi Nayden-or rather, from their daughter, Alanna, who learned at a young age to correct her uncle when he playfully teased her by mispronouncing her name. As an author-illustrator duo, Kristi and Sean are excited to share this story with you!

Whether you're reading aloud to your kiddos at bedtime or your students are enjoying story time in class, this story is perfect for young readers learning about respect, kindness, and what's in a name.