Ali the Great Saves the Day

Ali Tahir is a Pakistani American second grader who loves his family and friends--and also loves getting attention! Ali's big ideas sometimes lead to a little trouble--but his clever solutions and kind heart always save the day. Whether he's at the South Asian market, the dinosaur museum, a rainy indoor recess, or an Eid party in his own backyard, Ali is always discovering new things. Jump into this lively collection of four stories to see how every day is an adventure with curious, clever Ali! These charming chapter book stories from Saadia Faruqi, author of the well-loved Yasmin series, will resonate with young readers who believe that every problem has a creative solution--you just have to find it! Includes an Urdu glossary, facts about Eid, discussion prompts, and jokes.