MARCH’S READING IN SPANISH
READING FOCUS: Fifth graders continue to build on their prior reading experiences and are becoming more adept at focusing on key details. This month, they use this skill to get the most out of the exciting book they receive. GRADE 5
Creativity & Curiosity
Allie, ganadora por fin (Allie, First at Last) Written by Angela Cervantes No better feeling exists in the world than stepping to the top of a winner’s podium and hoisting a trophy high in the air. At least that’s what Allie imagines. Allie’s younger sister is already an actress on TV, her brother is a soccer star, and her great-grandfather is a war hero and a Congressional Medal of Honor winner. Unlike everyone else in her family, she’s never actually won anything before. When a prestigious science fair is announced, she has the perfect opportunity to take first place at last. But to make Allie’s pursuit of first place a little more challenging, her biggest competition is also her ex-best friend, Sara!
ADVENTURE CELEBRATING CREATIVITY HUMOR
Imagination & Exploration
La marsopa de un perro (A Dog’s Porpoise) Written by M. C. Ross Bangor, a porpoise, finds himself all alone in the harbor of Ogunquit, Maine, after a bad storm. He’s not the only one who gets lost in the rough waters: Lars, a rowdy pup, is knocked overboard from a nearby boat. With the help of a girl named Natalie, Bangor rescues Lars, and they become fast friends. However, Lars’ and Bangor’s presence begins to worry the town; Bangor’s especially, because a porpoise doesn’t belong in their harbor. In order to save him, Natalie must convince the townspeople to find his pod and return him home safely. This novel, told through three points of view, highlights the importance of found family and friendship.
AMAZING ANIMAL CHARACTERS FASCINATING PEOPLE & PLACES THE WORLD AROUND US
New Worlds Reading Initiative Selections in Spanish: March | 13
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