READING FOCUS: This month, fourth graders are ready to read with deeper comprehension. They have taken on books with a variety of genres, formats, and text structures, and they now can be encouraged to consider how the author’s style and point of view affect their reading experiences. GRADE 4
Creativity & Curiosity
Saraí y el significado de lo genial (Sarai and the Meaning of Awesome) Written by Saraí González and Monica Brown & illustrated by Christine Almeda In this chapter book from a popular series, fourth-grader Sarai is always ready to tackle new challenges. Sarai prides herself on always finding resourceful and creative solutions to her problems. When circumstances force her grandparents to move away, Sarai has no clue what to do, and she must find a way to overcome one of her greatest challenges yet.
ADVENTURE CELEBRATING CREATIVITY
Imagination & Exploration
Sobreviví el naufragio del Titanic, 1912 (I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912) Written by Lauren Tarshis & illustrated by Scott Dawson This installment in Lauren Tarshis’s popular historical adventure series transports readers to the decks of the Titanic. Ten-year- old George Calder feels incredibly lucky to be on the famous ship with his little sister, Phoebe, and their Aunt Daisy. The ship is full of exciting places to explore, but when George ventures into the first-class storage cabin, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Suddenly, water is everywhere, and George’s life changes forever.
FASCINATING PEOPLE & PLACES THE WORLD AROUND US
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