GRADE 3 BOOKS
This Rising Voices Library offers empowering and engaging fiction and informational texts that celebrate girls of color. When we foster a classroom community that supports positive representation and equity, children of all backgrounds benefit as they read and discuss these books. Your Grade 3 library includes 20 books: two copies of each theme’s anchor text, plus two copies of each of the additional titles also listed below. †
She Sang Promise: The Story of Betty Mae Jumper, Seminole Tribe Leader by Jan Godown Annino and illustrated by Lisa Desimini
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Betty Mae Jumper became one of the first female elected tribe leaders despite her mixed heritage. As a young child navigating two cultures, Betty Mae took solace in reading and writing. Ultimately, her love of
Jo Jo Makoons: The Used-to-Be Best Friend by Dawn Quigley* and illustrated by Tara Audibert*
Jo Jo is both the main character and the narrator in this appealing chapter book. She knows her #1 best friend (her cat, Mimi) will never abandon her, but recently her #2 best friend, her classmate Fern, has been eating lunch with other students in Jo Jo’s class. Convinced she needs more friends “just in case,” Jo Jo sets out with the best
words and knowledge would lead Betty back to her people. Through sheer will and determination, she made a place for herself and became a voice for others.
Ways to Make Sunshine by Renée Watson* and illustrated by Nina Mata*
Ryan Hart can be and do anything. Her name means “king,” and she is determined to keep growing into the name her parents gave her. She is all about trying to see the best in people, and to be a good daughter, sister, and friend. But Ryan has a lot on her mind: Dad finally has a new job, but money is still tight. That means some changes, like
intentions to impress her classmates and be friendly to everyone. This book invites readers to embrace their authentic selves through Jo Jo and her relatable activities. Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel by Nikki Grimes* and illustrated by R. Gregory Christie* Dyamonde Daniel just moved to a new town, but where others might be
nervous, Dyamonde just jumps right in. Which is why she doesn’t understand the other new kid, Free, who keeps to himself and rudely rejects anyone who tries to talk to him. Despite their differences, Dyamonde is determined to get to the bottom of Free’s grouchy
moving into a new (old) house, and Dad working the night shift. And with the fourth-grade talent show coming up, Ryan wonders what talent she can perform on stage in front of everyone without freezing. As even more changes and challenges come her way, Ryan always finds a way forward and shines.
behavior and possibly even make a new friend.
Mindy Kim and the Big Pizza Challenge by Lyla Lee* and illustrated by Dung Ho*
Mindy Kim has a passion for all kinds of food, so when a local pizza place is giving away unlimited pizza for a year, she’s more than excited! However, there is one catch: Mindy and her father must win their trivia competition. Though Mindy is sure she can win with her father by her side, her dad is not as sure. There must be some way they can win!
Mindy and her dad can’t wait to ompete in her school’s annual family trivia night! big prize? A year of FREE PIZZA! And she gets on a team with her best friend, Sally, and her ly. Her dad thinks they should just make sure they oing two things: 1. TRYING THEIR BEST 2. HAVING FUN! Mindy wants to take home the big—and ious!—prize, even if some of the questions are tle trickier than she thought. With the help iends, can Mindy, Dad, and the rest of Team mingo come out on top?
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Scholastic Rising Voices: Celebrating Girls of Color Extension Collection: Grade 3 Books | Back to Top | 9 *Denotes an author or illustrator of color. † Comparable substitutes will be provided for titles no longer available.
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