At Yana Nation Foundation, we believe stories can change the world — especially for children. When kids see themselves in stories, they feel empowered. When they see others who are different, they build empathy. That’s the heart behind our “Story-Based Learning with Purpose” initiative — a joyful, inclusive approach to social-emotional learning built around the adventures of characters like Phibo, Daisy, Austin, and Sparkle.
Through vivid illustrations and narratives from books like The Amazing Adventures of Mephibosheth and His Buddies, children are introduced to characters with disabilities who demonstrate courage, leadership, and friendship.
Teaching Inclusion One Page at a Time
Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or counselor, our story kits come with guided questions, character cards, and downloadable activities that make it easy to bring inclusion into every learning space. These aren’t just feel-good stories — they’re powerful tools that:
