From debut author Siman Nuurali comes fun-loving third grader Sadiq and his lively Somali American family. Sadiq has many interests, from soccer to video games to cooking (and eating!) samosas. But he's always ready to try something new! In each book, Sadiq shares a new hobby with friends and neighbors. A natural connector and friend to all, Sadiq invites readers in on the fun of starting clubs and making friends.
The story follows Sadiq and his friends as they launch a video game club and organize a school tournament. Faced with the requirement of a service pledge, they struggle to connect gaming with helping others. A visit to an assisted living home, where Sadiq's mother volunteers, inspires him to find a way to blend their passion for video games with community service, leading to a creative solution that benefits both the club and those in need.
It's Ramadan! In the spirit of the season, Sadiq and his friends want to give back to their community. The friends band together to raise money to build a new school for children in Somalia. They decide to put on a community iftar as a fund-raiser, but not everyone agrees where their efforts should be spent. Can they find a way to work together?
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Sadiq's class is the only one in school with no classroom pet! Not only that, but Sadiq has never had a pet of his own. So Sadiq gathers some classmates to help him solve this problem. What kind of pet would be perfect for their class? A lizard? Soon it's up to Sadiq and friends to convince their teacher that they have found the perfect pet match.
When Sadiq's father leaves on a business trip, he worries he'll miss his baba too much. But Baba has a story for Sadiq: the story of the Desert Star. Learning about Baba's passion for the stars sparks Sadiq's interest. But can Sadiq find others who are willing to help him start the star club of his dreams?
When a neighbour can't take care of his garden because of an injury, Sadiq's parents volunteer him to help out. Sadiq is frustrated. He'd rather be playing video games or soccer with his friends! To make it more fun, Sadiq gathers together some friends to help. But can they care for their neighbour's garden and have fun at the same time?
Sadiq's parents suggest he takes up running. From the start, Sadiq has a bad attitude about Run Club. Can his coach convince him that being tough and competitive doesn't always mean tackling and hitting?
Eager to buy a birthday gift for Hooyo, Sadiq is inspired to start a cookie delivery business with his siblings, Zaza and Manny. However, they quickly discover that running a business is challenging and fraught with mishaps, including a sick baker and baking disasters. This installment in the Sadiq chapter book series by Somali-origin author Siman Nuurali explores themes of entrepreneurship, teamwork, and resilience in a fun and engaging way.
Sadiq is enthusiastic about joining his school's newspaper, leveraging his writing skills and curiosity. However, he quickly finds himself at odds with Katy, the editor-in-chief, whose focus on gossip undermines the purpose of journalism. Faced with the challenge of advocating for meaningful stories, Sadiq must summon the courage to confront Katy and push for genuine news coverage. This installment from Somali-origin author Siman Nuurali continues to explore themes of integrity and advocacy in a school setting.