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Power Forward (1) (Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream)

Name: Power Forward (1) (Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream)
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Book Synopsis: From the critically acclaimed author of Amina's Voice comes the first book in an exciting new middle grade series about a fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom.

Fourth grader Zayd Saleem has some serious hoop dreams. He's not just going to be a professional basketball player. He's going to be a star. A legend. The first Pakistani-American kid to make it to the NBA. He knows this deep in his soul. It's his destiny. There are only a few small things in his way. For starters, Zayd's only on the D-team. (D stands for developmental, but to Zayd it's always felt like a bad grade or something.) Not to mention, he's a bit on the scrawny side, even for the fourth-grade team.

But his best friend Adam is on the Gold Team, and it's Zayd's dream for the two of them to play together. His mom and dad don't get it. They want him to practice his violin way more than his jump shot. When he gets caught blowing off his violin lessons to practice, Zayd's parents lay down the ultimate punishment: he has to hang up his high tops and isn't allowed to play basketball anymore. As tryouts for the Gold Team approach, Zayd has to find the courage to stand up for himself and chase his dream.

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Get ready to shoot for the stars with Power Forward (1) (Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream)! This thrilling middle-grade series, written by the highly acclaimed author of Amina’s Voice, will take young readers on an exciting journey filled with big dreams and basketball stardom. Join fourth-grader Zayd Saleem as he embarks on a quest to become the first Pakistani-American kid to make it to the NBA, defying all odds and overcoming obstacles along the way. With its powerful message of determination and resilience, this book is a must-read for any aspiring athlete.

Experience the exhilarating world of basketball through the eyes of Zayd, who knows deep in his soul that he is destined for greatness. However, being stuck on the D-team and being a bit on the scrawny side pose small challenges to his dreams. But Zayd is determined to prove himself and rise to the top. His friendship with Adam, who is on the Gold Team, adds an extra level of motivation, as Zayd dreams of playing together with his best friend.

While Zayd's parents may not fully understand his passion for basketball, they have imposed strict rules that threaten to crush his dreams. Forced to give up his high tops and forbidden from playing basketball, Zayd faces a defining moment. Will he succumb to the pressure or find the courage to stand up for himself and chase his dream?

Don't miss out on this captivating tale of determination, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams. Power Forward (1) (Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream) is an inspiring book that will ignite the fire within every reader. So, get your hands on a copy today and join Zayd on his extraordinary journey towards basketball stardom!

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