GRADE 4
READING FOCUS: This month, fourth graders become more versatile readers as they explore a new genre: fantasy. Students can consider why authors might choose a certain genre to share a certain message.
Creativity & Curiosity
Yon Kont sou De Zanmi/ A Tale of Two Friends Written by Martyna Dessources & illustrated by Audeva Joseph
Abi goes to the shore every day with her father, and while he fishes to make a living, Abi plays by herself on the shore. One day, after wishing she could play with her mother, Abi sings a bittersweet melody that attracts the attention of a mermaid! As their friendship buds, the two must find a way to continue their friendship, despite all the odds against them.
ADVENTURE CELEBRATING CREATIVITY THE WORLD AROUND US
GRADE 5
READING FOCUS: Fifth graders will learn about how, where, and when a story takes place affects a story with this month’s selection. As they read, students can think about how the setting influences the plot.
Creativity & Curiosity
Mistè Pye Bwa K Ap Peplase/ The Mystery of the Moving Tree Written by Kate Wanjira Kamau & illustrated by Muhire Robert Kombo and his friends are a mischievous bunch. When Kombo gets a camera for his birthday, he and his friends venture into the forest at night to take pictures of all the rare animals they see. But something strange happens—no matter how many times they go, they never get any pictures and they don’t remember going home. Join the friends as they get to the bottom of this mystery!
ADVENTURE THE WORLD AROUND US
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