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.

-Sadiq and the Bridge Builders
Lately, it seems to be raining constantly, making it difficult for Sadiq to play outside. When the librarian at his school starts a building club, Sadiq and his friends decide to join.

They're tasked with building a city model to withstand a natural disaster. Inspired by the flooding happening in their own community, can Sadiq and friends come up with a solution?

- Sadiq and the Desert Star
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 in outer space. But can Sadiq find others who are willing to help him start the space club of his dreams?

- Sadiq and the Explorers
After a hiking trip to a nearby park, Sadiq is inspired to start an Exploring Club. When a neighbor asks the club to create a scavenger hunt for the community's annual Fourth of July celebration, the kids are excited!

But before they can lead others on a nature expedition, they'll have to do some exploring of their own.

- Sadiq and the Fun Run
Sadiq's friends are all signing up to play football. When Sadiq asks his parents to sign him up too, they say he's too young. They suggest he try a different sport--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?

- Sadiq and the Green Thumbs
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?

- Sadiq and the Pet Problem
Sadiq's third-grade class has 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? A bunny? A parakeet? Soon it's up to Sadiq and friends to convince their teacher and classmates that they have found the perfect pet match.

- Sadiq and the Perfect Play
Sadiq's big sister, Aliya, was recently cast in a community theatre musical. When Sadiq and his friends hear her practising, they decide to put on their own play for their friends and family.

Sadiq volunteers to be the director, but when he makes decisions without his friends' input, everyone starts to get annoyed. Can they resolve their issues before the big performance?

- Sadiq and the Ramadan Gift
It's Ramadan! In the spirit of the season, Sadiq and his friends want to give back to their community.

The friend’s 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?