{"product_id":"we-are-big-time-isbn-9780593430484","title":"We Are Big Time","description":"\u003cb\u003eSWISH! Cheer courtside for a Muslim teen in this graphic novel—inspired by a true story—as she joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team and learns that she’s much more than a score.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAliya is new to Wisconsin, and everything feels different than Florida. The Islamic school is bigger, the city is colder, and her new basketball team is… well, they stink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAliya’s still excited to have teammates (although Noura's not really Aliya's \u003ci\u003ebiggest \u003c\/i\u003efan) and their new coach really understands basketball (even if she doesn't know much about being Muslim.) This season should be a blast...\u003ci\u003eif \u003c\/i\u003ethey could just start to win.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoin Aliya and the Peace Academy on a headline-making season where they strengthen their skills and their Muslim identities--all while discovering that it takes more than talent to be great, and that teamwork and self-confidence can define true success. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Crossover \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eRoller Girl, \u003c\/i\u003ethis graphic novel goes big with humor and heart as it explores culture and perceptions, fitting in and standing out, and finding yourself, both on and off the court.\u003cb\u003eA Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Selection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★ \"\u003cb\u003eAn uplifting graphic novel that celebrates female Muslim athletes \u003c\/b\u003eand highlights how the teens’ faith, sport, and relationships intersect.\" —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★ \"\u003cb\u003eA lighthearted slam dunk\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eAn inspiring sports story\u003c\/b\u003e that focuses on more than the score.\" —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eZerrougui’s visual storytelling is highly readable\u003c\/b\u003e and makes excellent use of varied panel sizes and placements to convey character, setting, and b-ball action alike.\" —\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eA focused and rewarding sports story that will leave readers cheering\u003c\/b\u003e for the inspiring Peace Academy team, and a great recommendation for sports fans or new students worried about finding their place.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"Winning and brimming with hope, \u003ci\u003eWe Are Big Time \u003c\/i\u003eis \u003cb\u003ean utterly engaging graphic novel\u003c\/b\u003e that reminds us there is more to basketball—and life—than the score.\" —Samira Ahmed, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eInternment\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHollow Fires\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003cb\u003eWe Are Big Time is a slam dunk!\u003c\/b\u003e Overflowing with humor and heart, Aliya’s inspiring journey with her all-hijab-wearing basketball team will have readers cheering for more.\" —Minh Lê, Eisner-nominated author of \u003ci\u003eLift\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eGreen Lantern: Legacy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Don’t come in expecting a story of overcoming prejudice or hate; Hena deftly crafted this story from the girls’ perspectives to broaden readers’ perspective on what a diverse narrative can be. Safiya’s lines are fluid and dance on the page. \u003cb\u003eA delight for the eyes and heart.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —Nidhi Chanani, author of \u003ci\u003ePashmina\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The perfect sports story: \u003cb\u003eexciting, moving, and inspiring in every way!\u003c\/b\u003e\" —Christina Soontornvat, three-time Newbery Honoree\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eHena Khan is a Pakistani American writer. She is the author of the middle grade novels \u003ci\u003eAmina’s Voice\u003c\/i\u003e, which was selected as a Best Book of the Year by \u003ci\u003eKirkus, \u003c\/i\u003eNPR, Washington Post, and Chicago Public Library. Her other titles include \u003ci\u003eAmina’s Song\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci\u003e More to the Story\u003c\/i\u003e, and the Zara’s Rules series and picture books \u003ci\u003eGolden Domes and Silver Lanterns\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUnder My Hijab\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eIt’s Ramadan, Curious George\u003c\/i\u003e, among others. Hena lives in her hometown of Rockville, Maryland, with her family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSafiya Zerrougui is a cartoonist, character designer, and illustrator based in Montreal, Quebec. She’s worked with Netflix, Disney TVA and HBO Max as a character designer and visual development artist. Safiya's work pulls inspiration from her Kabyle heritage, fashion history, bold colors, and intricate patterns. Give her a sketchbook, a cup of coffee, and a museum archive website and she’ll be entertained for hours!","brand":"Knopf Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302594367717,"sku":"NP9780593430484","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780593430484.jpg?v=1767743657","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/we-are-big-time-isbn-9780593430484","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}