Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream

Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream
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Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Total Pages : 416
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781534469464
ISBN-13 : 153446946X
Rating : 4/5 (64 Downloads)

Synopsis Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream by : Hena Khan

Discover the struggles and triumphs of fourth-grader Zayd Saleem as he pursues his dream of being a basketball star in this bind-up of the complete middle grade series from the acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice and More to the Story. Zayd Saleem has serious hoop dreams. He’s going to be a basketball star. A legend. There are only a few small things in his way. For starters, Zayd’s on the scrawny side and gets stomach aches when he’s nervous. He has to convince his coach that he has what it takes to join his best friend Adam on the elite Gold Team. His mom and dad want him to practice his violin way more than his jump shot. Plus, it doesn’t help that his older sister Zara is amazing at every sport she tries. But Zayd has a lot going for him, too. His grandmother is willing to supply him with all the mango milkshakes he wants. His grandfather has a few tricks up the sleeve of his velour track suit. And his favorite uncle keeps Zayd laughing, even if it’s sometimes so hard he needs to pee. Zayd’s family, combined with his friends, teammates, and his own determination, means he’s got everything he needs to chase his dream. Will he reach it?

Shai & Emmie Star in Dancy Pants!

Shai & Emmie Star in Dancy Pants!
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 144
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781481458870
ISBN-13 : 1481458876
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis Shai & Emmie Star in Dancy Pants! by : Quvenzhané Wallis

From Academy Award–nominated actress Quvenzhané Wallis comes the second story in a brand-new series about best friends Shai and Emmie, two third-graders destined for superstardom. Shai Williams—third-grader and superstar in the making—loves to act, sing, and dance. So when her teacher, Ms. Englert, signs their class up for a major dance competition, Shai’s fancy moves are put to the test. Paired up with her best friend Emmie and classmate Rio, Shai plans to settle her competition jitters by just having fun. That is until her rival, Gabby Supreme, challenges her to a bet: whoever loses the dance competition has to bring the winner one cupcake every day for a month. Now Shai has to win.

Zara's Rules for Living Your Best Life

Zara's Rules for Living Your Best Life
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 144
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781534497641
ISBN-13 : 1534497641
Rating : 4/5 (41 Downloads)

Synopsis Zara's Rules for Living Your Best Life by : Hena Khan

Eleven-year-old Zara is less than thrilled to be spending spring break with her brother and grandparents, but she is determined to have fun and show her retired grandfather how to start living his best life.

On Point

On Point
Author :
Publisher : Salaam Reads / Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Total Pages : 144
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781534412019
ISBN-13 : 1534412018
Rating : 4/5 (19 Downloads)

Synopsis On Point by : Hena Khan

From the critically acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice comes the second book in an exciting new middle grade series about a scrawny fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom. Now that Zayd has made the Gold Team, he’s hustling hard and loving every minute of the season. But when the team starts to struggle, Zayd can’t help wondering if it has something to do with him. Even worse, his best friend Adam suddenly starts acting like he doesn’t care about basketball anymore, even though they are finally teammates. He stops playing basketball with Zayd at recess and starts hanging out with other kids. Then, Adam up and quits the Gold Team to play football instead. While his uncle’s wedding preparations turn life into a circus at home, Zayd is left on his own to figure things out. He has to decide how to still be friends with Adam and step up to fill the empty shoes he left on the court. Does Zayd have what it takes to be on point and lead his team back to victory?

Bounce Back

Bounce Back
Author :
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 144
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781534412064
ISBN-13 : 1534412069
Rating : 4/5 (64 Downloads)

Synopsis Bounce Back by : Hena Khan

From the critically acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice comes the third book in an exciting middle grade series about a scrawny fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom. Zayd has a plan. He’s ready to take the reins as team captain of the Gold Team. But when an injury leaves him on the sidelines, his plans get derailed. Can Zayd learn what it means to be a leader if he’s not the one calling the shots?

The Secret of the Himalayas

The Secret of the Himalayas
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 208
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780735231467
ISBN-13 : 073523146X
Rating : 4/5 (67 Downloads)

Synopsis The Secret of the Himalayas by : Adam Gidwitz

The newest adventure in the bestselling Unicorn Rescue Society transports readers to the Himalayan mountains in Northern Pakistan! When Uchenna and Elliot’s classmate publishes an article in the school newspaper about the Schmoke Brothers, Professor Fauna notices something alarming in a photo. Mounted on the wall of the Schmoke’s living room is a single spiral horn that he’s certain could have come from only one animal—a unicorn! To save these magical creatures—and to finally see a unicorn themselves—the Unicorn Rescue Society heads to the rugged mountains of Pakistan. Hena Khan, the critically acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice, joins Newbery Honor-winner Adam Gidwitz for the Unicorn Rescue Society’s most dramatic, action-filled mission yet!

On Point

On Point
Author :
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 144
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781534412033
ISBN-13 : 1534412034
Rating : 4/5 (33 Downloads)

Synopsis On Point by : Hena Khan

From the critically acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice comes the second book in an exciting new middle grade series about a scrawny fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom. Now that Zayd has made the Gold Team, he’s hustling hard and loving every minute of the season. But when the team starts to struggle, Zayd can’t help wondering if it has something to do with him. Even worse, his best friend Adam suddenly starts acting like he doesn’t care about basketball anymore, even though they are finally teammates. He stops playing basketball with Zayd at recess and starts hanging out with other kids. Then, Adam up and quits the Gold Team to play football instead. While his uncle’s wedding preparations turn life into a circus at home, Zayd is left on his own to figure things out. He has to decide how to still be friends with Adam and step up to fill the empty shoes he left on the court. Does Zayd have what it takes to be on point and lead his team back to victory?

Power Forward

Power Forward
Author :
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 144
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781534412002
ISBN-13 : 153441200X
Rating : 4/5 (02 Downloads)

Synopsis Power Forward by : Hena Khan

From the critically acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice comes the first book in an exciting new middle grade series about a fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom. Fourth grader Zayd Saleem has some serious hoop dreams. He’s not just going to be a professional basketball player. He’s going to be a star. A legend. The first Pakistani-American kid to make it to the NBA. He knows this deep in his soul. It’s his destiny. There are only a few small things in his way. For starters, Zayd’s only on the D-team. (D stands for developmental, but to Zayd it’s always felt like a bad grade or something.) Not to mention, he’s a bit on the scrawny side, even for the fourth grade team. But his best friend Adam is on the Gold Team, and it’s Zayd’s dream for the two of them to play together. His mom and dad don’t get it. They want him to practice his violin way more than his jump shot. When he gets caught blowing off his violin lessons to practice, Zayd’s parents lay down the ultimate punishment: he has to hang up his high tops and isn’t allowed to play basketball anymore. As tryouts for the Gold Team approach, Zayd has to find the courage to stand up for himself and chase his dream.