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by Hana McKnight (Author), Suzanne Lydia Pell (Illustrator)
Hana Iguana Has to Wanna is a heartwarming and empowering illustrated children's book about confidence, resilience, and discovering the courage to keep trying-even when things feel difficult.
Hana Iguana doesn't have a sport, a team, or a trophy-at least not yet. While her classmates seem to shine at everything from soccer to gymnastics to chess club, Hana struggles to find where she fits in. No matter what she tries, she always seems to fall short.
Through every awkward moment and every failed attempt, one thing stays constant: Iggy, her loyal stuffed iguana with one crooked eye, four floppy legs, and the comforting ability to always show up when she needs him most.
Everything begins to change when Hana discovers a forgotten pair of roller skates hidden away in her aunt's attic. At first, skating is just another thing she's not very good at. She falls. A lot. But unlike the other activities she tried, something about skating makes her want to keep going.
As Hana slowly learns to glide, spin, and believe in herself, she begins discovering something much bigger than roller skating-her own confidence. But when her beloved Iggy disappears right before the school talent show, Hana must face her biggest challenge yet: stepping into the spotlight without relying on anyone else to believe in her first.
Filled with warmth, humor, heart, and expressive full-color illustrations, Hana Iguana Has to Wanna celebrates perseverance, emotional growth, self-esteem, and the power of trying again after failure.
This premium extended-format children's book includes:
- 80 full-color pages
- 40 original illustrations
- Interactive activity and coloring pages
- Positive social-emotional themes
- A memorable message about courage and self-belief
Perfect for children ages 4-8, parents, educators, counselors, and classrooms, the Hana Iguana series encourages young readers to embrace who they are, discover their spark, and remember that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is simply decide to try.
Little adventures. Big lessons. Hana Iguana.
