GRADE K
READING FOCUS: This month’s books feature whimsical illustrations. Kindergartners and their families will explore how authors use appealing characters to share important ideas.
Creativity & Curiosity
Super Manny Stands Up! Written by Kelly DiPucchio & illustrated by Stephanie Graegin
Manny loves to imagine himself as a superhero who wears a cape and courageously defeats all kinds of threats. When a very small classmate is being bullied by a larger student, Manny works up the courage to intervene, inspiring his peers to remember their own invisible superhero capes. Soon, they are all standing up against the bully. Readers will be cheering for Manny! The pencil-and-ink drawings sweetly depict the childlike qualities of Manny, who is a raccoon, and his animal classmates.
ADVENTURE
CELEBRATING CREATIVITY
Imagination & Exploration
Leo the Late Bloomer Written by Robert Kraus & illustrated by Jose Aruego
Leo, a young tiger, does not do all the same things that his friends do. His father is concerned, but his mother understands that Leo will do those things—when he is ready. And eventually he does! The message is clear in this classic story told in rhyme: Like lovable Leo, everyone is unique and does things in their own way and at their own pace.
AMAZING ANIMAL CHARACTERS
THE WORLD AROUND US
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