New Arrival/New American Books

Written by Siman Nuurali
Illustrated by Anjan Sarkar
Published by Picture Window Books

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?

Primary ISBN: 9781515845652

Available As: Hardcover, Paperback
Middle Grade, Age 06 or older

Community Represented: Somali/Somali American

Themes: Family Relationship: Parents, Multiracial Identity, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Religious Background: Muslim

Setting: United States

Character’s New Arrival/New American Status: 1st Generation

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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