Saadia Faruqi Knihy

Imaan, along with her friends London and Olivia, takes on the challenge of pet sitting a timid rescue dog named Candy. Unlike their previous clients, Candy's quiet and sad demeanor prompts the girls to come up with creative ways to uplift her spirits. Imaan is determined to cheer Candy up, even considering unconventional ideas like introducing her to baby chicks. If she can successfully win over Candy, it may prove to her mom that she's ready for a dog of her own.

Yasmin is bored! But a glimpse of the pretty clothes in Mama's closet turns a boring evening into a glamorous fashion show, until...OOPS! Mama's shalwar kameez is ruined! Can Yasmin's nani save the day before Mama gets home?

The story centers on Marya, a determined Pakistani American third-grader, who is thrilled to partner with new classmate Waleed for a project on Pakistan. However, she faces challenges: her limited knowledge about her heritage and Waleed's shyness. Undeterred, Marya launches "Operation Make a Friend" to connect with him and create an outstanding presentation. This charming chapter book explores themes of friendship, cultural identity, and resilience as Marya navigates her biggest challenge yet in helping Waleed open up.

In this compilation of four separately published books, Pakistani American second grader Yasmin learns to cope with the small problems of school and home, while gaining confidence in her own skills and creative abilities.

Superhero Yasmin! She's got the cape. She's got the mask. Now she just needs a villain to defeat! While she's looking for one, she meets lots of friends and neighbours who need her help, but no villains. Then Yasmin discovers that she might not need a villain to wield her super powers!

Yasmin has a mystery on her hands! Nani's things keep disappearing, and no one seems to know where they've gone. Then a science lesson provides a clue. Can Detective Yasmin solve the case?

The story delves into the profound effects of mental illness on family dynamics, highlighting the emotional struggles and resilience required to navigate such challenges. Through the lens of love and hope, it emphasizes the journey of transforming difficult narratives into more hopeful ones, showcasing the strength found in familial bonds and the importance of understanding and support.

Sara, a Pakistani American girl, and Elizabeth, a white Jewish girl, bond in a cooking class in this story about sixth grade, food, friendship, family and what it means to belong.

"When spring arrives, Yasmin and her Baba plant a garden but Yasmin's flower seedling keeps wilting until her Nani sits in the sun, revealing to Yasmin what the plant needs."--Publisher.

Ali Tahir is a dinosaur expert! Or is he? Ali and his classmates are excited for their field trip to the natural history museum. Ali brags to his friends that he's a dinosaur pro! But when Ali gets his facts wrong, he's really embarrassed. Some dino pro he is! Then, Ali learns that mistakes can also be opportunities.