GRADE 5
Creativity & Curiosity
Animales menos vistos: Fantásticas criaturas de las que nunca se habla (Lesser Spotted Animals: The Coolest Creatures You’ve Never Heard Of) Written & illustrated by Martin Brown This unique nonfiction book introduces the numbat, zorrilla común, onagro, gaur, and other creatures that don’t always get the attention they deserve. The text uses a buoyant tone that matches the clever illustrations. Maps highlight where different animals live, and side- by-side illustrations present helpful comparisons between the featured animals and those readers may already be familiar with. Speech bubbles sharing imagined animal commentary throughout will keep readers laughing as they learn amazing animal facts.
HUMOR
Imagination & Exploration Carrera salvaje: Competencia en la selva (Race the Wild: Rain Forest Relay) Written by Kristin Earhart & illustrated by Eda Kaban On a once-in-a-lifetime race through the animal kingdom, it takes smarts, strength, and skill to win! When Russell entered the race, he knew it was going to be a wild ride. He’d been studying up on the Amazon’s animals and culture forever. But nothing could prepare him or his teammates for what they’d find in the rain forest: raging rapids, poisonous venom, and sneaky competitors who’d do anything to win. The red team must work together to make it to the finish line in one piece in this action-packed adventure bursting with totally true facts about wild and wonderful creatures, dangerous habitats, maps, and more!
PEOPLE/PLACES
16
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