GRADE 4
READING FOCUS: Fourth graders enjoy books full of surprising events. This month’s book offers some surprises as it uses inviting illustrations and descriptive text to help readers enrich their vocabulary and connect with characters.
Creativity & Curiosity
Pa Egzakteman Sanblab/ Not Exactly Alike Written by Esther Uwera & illustrated by Emmanuel Bagirishya
Twins Gatoya and Gakuru are different in every way except looks. While Gatoya sits in front of the class and makes good grades, Gakuru shines on the soccer field, always being picked as captain and making the most goals. Both secretly yearn to be more like the other, and when they talk about it, they come up with a plan that is guaranteed to help them both. This is an inspiring tale about trying hard and learning new things.
CELEBRATING CREATIVITY FASCINATING PEOPLE & PLACES
GRADE 5
READING FOCUS: This month, fifth graders will read a cleverly plotted book. Students will come to appreciate how characters react to the problems they face and why they react the way they do.
Imagination & Exploration
Andan nan Forè a/Deep in the Forest Written by Margaret Muthee & illustrated by Emmanuel Bagirishya Lulu refuses to listen to instructions. She wishes to be carefree and do only what she wants to do. One day, when Lulu’s aunt scolds her for avoiding her chores again, Lulu decides to run away into the forest. While wandering among the trees, she faces some unexpected encounters that make her wonder if being home with chores would be better.
ADVENTURE
THE WORLD AROUND US
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