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Nina Soni, Former Best Friend by Kashmira Sheth and illustrated by Jenn Kocsmiersky is the first book in an early chapter book series geared to young readers ages 6 and up. Nina Soni is an Indian-American girl who is grappling with friendship issues, a science project, and her little sister’s birthday party. Vivid depictions of Indian cuisine and Hindi phrases sprinkled throughout to bring readers into the daily lives of a relatable Indian-American family.
Readers who like Clementine, Ivy and Bean, and Katie Woo will enjoy this series.
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I am excited to read this book. It has been added to my “to read” pile on Goodreads. Other early reader chapter books my students have enjoyed are the Marty McGuire series, the Ellie May series, and the Dragonsitter series.
The Owl Diaries and Ivy Bean series have been big hits in our family. Thanks for sharing this compilation. It gives me ideas to try.
As I have read and have been and sharing Kashmira Sheth’s many books for older readers for years, I am excited to put her book, Nina Soni, Former Best Friend, into the hands of young readers.
It sounds like an intriguing book for beginning readers. The cover draws you in.
Junie B Jones is a good starter series!
My favorite is Stuart Little!
I love the book Stuart Little!
I like the independent readers series. Thanks!