Ali And The Invention Convention (Book 5) by Farheen Khan

An Invention Convention is coming to Ali’s school. Everyone, especially Ali, is hoping to win one of three amazing prizes for inventing something spectacular. But for the first time ever, Ali and Bear get into an argument and Ali’s left to invent something all on his own. Will their friendship survive? And will Ali be able to win the convention without Bear’s help?

There are five books in the ‘Ali’ series, where 9-year-old Ali and his best friend Bear navigate through life’s many hair-raising and often hilarious misadventures. From an epic gladiator battle to saving a mischievous baby gibbon’s life, the Ali Series explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and bravery.