A young girl helps her brother overcome his anxiety through a morning yoga session.

Meet Anika, a free spirit, who adores the warm embrace of the sun. But when her brother Rumi shares his nervousness about the school athletics carnival, Anika springs into action. With a heart full of love, Anika takes Rumi outside, where she gently leads him through calming breathing exercises, playful yoga poses, and empowering affirmations that will make everyone feel good. Namaste, Sun! is an easy-to-follow adventure where children learn the art of the Sun Salutation flow—a fun and confidence-building experience. Namaste, Sun! is an encouraging tale of sibling love, self-regulation, and the healing power of nature that will leave young readers beaming with positivity.

Marjan Khalidi is a Heart-Centered Yoga Teacher, Reiki Healer, and Holistic Advocate, passionate about sharing the magic and wisdom of these practices to all ages. A seasoned Management Consultant and a Brain-Based Trained Executive Coach with a deep understanding of the human psyche, her mission is to help individuals realize, recognize, and reach their full potential in both professional and personal settings. Marjan fully believes in the benefits of yoga and mindfulness in young children, seeing this in her own.

Alice Mastropaolo completed her academic studies at the Palermo Comics School. After graduating, Alice obtained a Master’s degree in Editorial Illustration, Toy design, and Game Book at OPPI-Mimaster, Milan. She also gained a master’s degree in Creative Direction at IED Milan, specializing as an Art Director in the advertising sector. Alice currently works as an illustrator and author for Italian and international publishing houses.