Naji and the mystery of the dig vahid imani book

Naji and the mystery of the dig follows one young persian girls quest for answers amid a culture steeped in traditions. Naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani paperback, 198 pages, published 2014. As the story unfolds on that eventful day, the reader will experience a delightful journey into the many colors of persian culture, folklore, cuisine, history, geography, religion and childrens games. In the shadow of the kingmakers and naji and the mystery of the dig stay safe and healthy. To learn more about naji and the mystery of the dig and vahid imani, visit about the author vahid imani is a retired marketing and business development executive with a master. June 18, 2014 prlog naji and the mystery of the dig is a middlegrade mystery novel starring naji, an 8yearold iranian girl. Naji and the mystery of the dig by imani, vahid 2014 paperback. Naji and the mystery of the dig is going to frankfurt, germany frankfurt book fair starts on october 16. Vahid imani author of naji and the mystery of the dig. Buy naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani from waterstones today. Buy naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani 2014 0506 by imani, vahid isbn. Though the story could have been a bit shorter and therefore a much faster read.

As events unfold and suspense rises, readers will enjoy the many colors of persian culture, cuisine, folklore, history, geography. Vahid imani was born and raised in tehran, iran, and made the united states his home in 1979. This book is set in 1950s iran, and tells the story of 8 year old naji. Naji and the mystery of the digby vahid imani is a delightful childrens book rich with cultural details and full of moral lessons. Local author vahid imani shares persian culture and scientific. Author vahid imani has crafted a book which is sure to hold the interest of young readers while offering a rare and enchanting glimpse into the fascinating culture of persia in the 1940s.

One summer morning, 8 year old persian girl, naji woke up to an unusual sound. Go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store. I learned a lot about persian culture, families and food which is really cool. Buy naji and the mystery of the dig book online at best prices in india on. To learn more about entering your book in the literary classics international book awards for childrens and young adult literature click on the link below.

David gardnerretired k12 principalreading naji and the mystery dig, you will find how basic attributes of laughter, worry, fear, respect, love, kindness, and other human characteristics are universal no matter. New childrens mystery book seeks to fill void in american. Naji was a likeable kid and therefore the story didnt fall behind in grabbing my interest. One summer morning, eightyear old naji woke up to a. Naji and the mystery of the dig by imani, vahid 2014. This awardwinning cultural book is inspired by a true story. Naji and the mystery of the dig by imani, vahid 2014 paperback vahid imani on.

Naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani booklife. Vahid imani author of naji and the mystery of the dig goodreads. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store. Buy naji and the mystery of the dig by imani, vahid 2014 paperback by isbn. Naji and the mystery of the dig is a chapter book about a courtyard adventure birthed in the imagination of a young persian girl on a typical summer day. Currently, when he is not working on his next book, he is teaching music and classical guitar to children of all ages. Imani wrote his book, naji and the mystery of the dig, with third through sixth graders in mind, but the author said older kids and adults also. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Author vahid imani is holding a booksigning for his new childrens book naji and the mystery of the dig from 4. Naji and the mystery of the dig is the highly engaging tale of a day in the life of naji, an eight year old girl growing up in persia during the. Last year, we received the book naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani. Naji and the mystery of the dig english edition ebook. Naji and the mystery of the dig is the highly engaging tale of a day in the life of naji, an eight year old girl growing up in persia. Our house is getting ready for multicultural childrens book day on january 27th, 2018.

At the end of the story, in the back of the book there are questions that i thought were interesting. I read naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani, a beginning chapter book packed with persian culture. Photo courtesy of vahid imani right on the westernmost tip of the fertile crescent of the middle east is iran, the epicenter of persian people and culture. An evening in persia a frank discussion with author vahid imani about everything persian. Naji and the mystery of t he dig english edition ebook. Coming from an old civilization, he is fascinated by ancient cultures and archeology. Enhancements were made to more precisely measure materials read in k2 classrooms. Naji and the mystery of the dig, by vahid imani this book is set in iran in 1942, and is about a normal girl who lives in a house, but she believes in magical creatures. Best sellers help new releases coupons gift ideas gift cards home books sell computers electronics.

See more ideas about mystery, author and all over the world. One morning naji is awakened by the sound of men working out in her familys courtyard. Missing subject matters such as geography, world culture and world history in the american school systems curriculum inspired author vahid imani to write the book to close this gap and introduce children to such subjects. Vahid imani, a solvang resident and the author of childrens book naji and the mystery of the dig, received three awards from childrens literary classics clc on april 2 in.

Naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani waterstones. He earned a masters degree from gonzaga universitys school of business, spokane washington, in 1980. Naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani 20140506. The book is available in english all over the world via amazon. I heard about the initiative last year, but it was too late to join. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our. Jun 23, 2019 event and news about the book naji and the mystery of the dig and its author vahid imani. New childrens book seeks to foster appreciation for. In the shadow of the kingmakers by vahid imani, paperback. Many products and services offer lexile measures for their books. In the shadow of the kingmakers and naji and the mystery of the dig vahid imani author and educator.

This book comes highly recommended for classrooms and school and home libraries. Naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani goodreads. Her curiosity is piqued when she discovers workers digging a hold in her garden for a new septic tank. Author vahid imani shares persian culture on the web site najis adventures. Naji and the mystery of the dig was a very good book. Local author vahid imani shares persian culture and. Naji and the mystery of the dig is the highly engaging tale of a day in the life of naji, an eight year old girl growing up in persia during the 1940s. Naji and the mystery of the dig by vahid imani is a delightful childrens book rich with cultural details and full of moral lessons. Buy naji and the mystery of the dig book online at low. We are thrilled to be cohosting this important initiative to get more diverse books in classrooms, libraries and homes. One day, she sees that there are random men digging a hole in her garden. Santa barbara,ca, childrens literary classics clc announced that the childrens book, naji and the mystery of the dig, by vahid imani, is the 2015 recipient of the golden seal in three different categories. Naji and the mystery of the dig has earned the literary classics seal of. Imani to hold book signing tomorrow books and literature.