DECEMBER’S READING IN ENGLISH
GRADE 3
READING FOCUS: This month, third graders will take to the skies! From nature to superhero characters, students will notice how a book’s illustrations and its format enhance their reading experience.
Creativity & Curiosity
Mia Mayhem Learns to Fly! Written by Kara West & illustrated by Leeza Hernandez
After Mia finds out that she’s a superhero, she gets placed in a beginner’s flying class, where she struggles and is ready to give up. But luckily, with help from her best friend Eddie and the superschool’s most talented flier, Mia finally learns how to get off the ground! With large, bold type and accompanying illustrations full of personality, readers will be happy to enjoy this book independently.
ADVENTURE
CELEBRATING CREATIVITY
Imagination & Exploration
Fly Guy Presents: Insects Written & illustrated by Tedd Arnold
Popular characters Fly Guy and Buzz add comic appeal in this colorful and clever introduction to the amazing world of insects. Award-winning author-illustrator Tedd Arnold has created a book packed with science facts, humorous asides, and informative photographs throughout. Third graders will find a lot of new information as well as tons of fun as they explore this book.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH
THE WORLD AROUND US
New Worlds Reading Initiative Selections: December | 5
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