NWRI March 2023 Booklist

MARCH’S READING IN SPANISH

READING FOCUS: This month’s reading presents two different nonfiction books that combine informative text and engaging illustrations. Families can discuss with their third graders the new information that they are learning. GRADE 3

Creativity & Curiosity

Titanosaurio: El descubrimiento del dinosaurio más grande del mundo (Titanosaur: Discovering the World’s Largest Dinosaur) Written by Dr. José Luis Carballido and Dr. Diego Pol & illustrated by Florencia Gigena From its discovery by a local herder to the organization and completion of the excavation, learn the true story from the mouths of the paleontologists who led the dig that unearthed the world’s largest dinosaur! This account will have readers on the edge of their seats, and the painted illustrations perfectly complement the text. The book is chock-full of back matter like a glossary and extra information and photographs from the dig, and so third graders will devour it!

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH THE WORLD AROUND US

Imagination & Exploration

Feliz cumpleaños, Martin Luther King (Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King) Written by Jean Marzollo & illustrated by J. Brian Pinkney Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday is celebrated across the nation to honor his peaceful fight for freedom and change. In this memorable picture book, accessible text and distinctive art by an award- winning illustrator introduce an important United States figure. The introduction to the life of Dr. King, beginning with his birth and childhood and following through to his tragic death, shares the importance of celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day today.

FASCINATING PEOPLE & PLACES

New Worlds Reading Initiative Selections in Spanish: March | 11

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