Sadiq and the Green Thumbs

by Siman Nuurali, Anjan Sarkar (Illustrator)

Overview

When Sadiq's Dugsi teacher can't take care of his yard because of an injury, Sadiq reluctantly agrees to help out. To make it more fun, Sadiq gathers together some friends to help. Can they care for their teacher's garden and have fun at the same time?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515848974
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	08/22/2025
Series:	Sadiq
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	65
File size:	9 MB
Age Range:	6 - 7 Years

About the Author

Siman Nuurali grew up in Kenya. She now lives in Minnesota. Siman and her family are Somali— just like Sadiq and his family! She and her five children love to play badminton and board games together. Siman works at Children’s Hospital and in her free time she enjoys writing and reading.

Interviews

Somali American main character written by an #ownvoices author;,Focus on friendship, making connections with classmates and neighborhood kids, and trying new things;,Highlights a vibrant and diverse community and offers important representation of a supportive Somali family;,Perfectly leveled at grade 3;

Editorial Reviews

From Siman Nuurali comes fun-loving third grader, Sadiq, and his lively Somali American family. . . .This series is ideal for emergent readers.

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