Yáadilá! Good Grief!
Yáadilá! Good Grief! by Laurel Goodluck is a children’s book published by HarperCollins Publishers on January 14, 2025. This 40-page edition, written in English, tells the story of Bahe and Dezba as they assist their grandmother, Nali, in moving from her sheep camp home to their house. The narrative captures the challenges of adapting to change within a family, highlighting the emotional journey through the phrase “Yaadila!” which expresses their frustrations.
Readers will find a blend of family life and cultural elements as Bahe devises a secret plan to ease Nali’s transition. The story emphasizes themes of love and care, showcasing how a creative gesture can make significant changes more manageable. With its focus on growing up and the dynamics of family life, this book also touches on multicultural stories and the importance of community. The collaboration between Goodluck and illustrator Jonathan Nelson enriches the narrative, offering a unique perspective on navigating life’s transitions.
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Bahe and Dezba are helping their grandmother, Nali, move from her sheep camp home to their house. The family is packing up, carrying heavy boxes, and settling into a new life together, which isn’t always easy. At every frustration, they throw up their hands and exclaim, “Yaadila!” Good grief!
Bahe sees that this big change is hardest for Nali. But he has a secret plan. Whatever can he be doing with a bucket of water, all that yarn, and Dezba’s dollhouse
In this heartwarming and quintessentially Navajo (Diné) story, author Laurel Goodluck (Mandan, Hidatsa, and Tsimshian) and illustrator Jonathan Nelson (Diné) together show a big change for an Elder made easier with a creative gesture of love and care.
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