The Yasmin Series
By Saadia Faruqi
Curious Yasmin tackles everyday challenges with creativity, courage and her Pakistani American family beside her.
engaging · heartwarming · educational
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Average 4.67, from 30 readers
What is The Yasmin series by Saadia Faruqi about?
Created from 2018 onwards, Saadia Faruqi’s Yasmin series follows a spirited Pakistani American second-grader whose curiosity and imagination turn everyday problems into opportunities to think creatively. Across illustrated early-reader adventures, Yasmin explores her neighbourhood, experiments at school, helps in her community and tries out roles including chef, scientist, gardener, detective and ice skater. Her multigenerational family, including her parents and grandparents, provides warmth and encouragement as she learns from mistakes and perseveres. With short chapters, accessible language and bright illustrations, the series suits children aged around five to seven, especially developing independent readers. Content is gentle, with only mild mishaps, worries and momentary everyday peril.
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About the author
Saadia Faruqi is a popular author who loves writing stories about friendship, family, and exciting adventures. She is best known for her Yasmin series, which follows a clever young girl as she solves problems and learns new things. Saadia hopes her books inspire children to be curious, brave, and kind.
All the books in The Yasmin series
Yasmin the Zookeeper
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s monkey-feeding triumph takes a cheeky turn when the lunchbox comes to the rescue.
Published: 2019
Yasmin the Librarian
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s library helper day turns into a puzzling hunt when her special book disappears.
Yasmin the Chef
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin swaps party guest for chef—but can she invent a dish everyone enjoys?
Yasmin the Builder
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin has no project idea—until a surprising recess discovery changes everything.
Yasmin the Gardener
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s wilting plant sparks a surprising idea after she spots Nani enjoying the sunshine.
Yasmin the Superhero
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s superhero mission takes a surprising turn when her neighbours need her powers most.
Yasmin the Friend
by Saadia Faruqi
When plans unravel, can Yasmin invent a game where everyone’s favourite activity fits?
Yasmin the Camper
by Saadia Faruqi
When Yasmin’s tent gives way, can her quick thinking save the not-so-sleepy night?
Yasmin the Scientist
by Saadia Faruqi
When failed experiments meet Nani’s kitchen wisdom, can Yasmin cook up a winning idea?
Yasmin the Writer
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin searches everywhere for a hero, but could the answer be closer than she thinks?
Yasmin the Football Star
by Saadia Faruqi
Can Yasmin overcome her football fears when she’s suddenly thrown into the goal?
Yasmin the Vet
by Saadia Faruqi
Can caring for a mysterious injured cat chase Yasmin’s sadness away?
Yasmin the Singer
by Hatem Aly and Saadia Faruqi
Hiding from the singing, Yasmin discovers the spotlight has found her.
Yasmin the Explorer
by Saadia Faruqi
Separated at the market, can Yasmin’s homemade map lead her safely back to Mum?
Yasmin the Director
by Saadia Faruqi
Can Yasmin’s boldest changes save the shambles—and win back her unhappy cast?
Yasmin the Teacher
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin takes charge, but can she tame her not-so-quiet classroom before Ms. Alex returns?
Yasmin the Recycler
by Saadia Faruqi
Can Yasmin’s surprising plan turn reluctant classmates into recycling champions?
Yasmin the Fashionista
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s not-so-boring afternoon takes a surprising turn when her mother’s new outfit needs an ingenious rescue.
Yasmin the Painter
by Saadia Faruqi
Can Yasmin turn a splashy, messy mistake into her most brilliant painting yet?
Yasmin the Farmer
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s exciting chick-sitting job takes a puzzling turn when one tiny bird vanishes.
Yasmin the Detective
by Saadia Faruqi
Nani’s belongings vanish, so Yasmin follows clues from an unexpected science lesson.
Yasmin the Ice Skater
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin has never skated—but what’s stopping her from stepping onto the ice?
Yasmin the Doctor
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s puzzle break uncovers a surprising clue to Baba’s mysterious illness.
Yasmin the Astronaut
by Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin’s space dream takes an unexpected turn when mission control reveals another way to reach the stars.
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