On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Shifa Saltagi Safadi about the first two books in her new Amina Banana Series: Amina Banana and the Formula for Friendship and Amina Banana and the Formula for Winning.

This new series is about a determined and clever third grader with a STEM twist and includes lists, science experiments and recipes, too. 

Come listen as we talk about the life lessons embedded inside the inviting series, the way Shifa writes joy into each book and the social emotional learning found inside, too. This was truly a delightful conversation. 

You’ll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books and resources mentioned right here: https://www.alitlife.com/2025/06/23/exploring-the-amina-banana-series-with-shifa-saltagi-safadi/

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