APRIL’S READING IN HAITIAN CREOLE
GRADE 2
READING FOCUS: This month, second graders will read an adaptation of a classic fable that will encourage them to think about timeless lessons that are always important.
Imagination & Exploration
Wa Zwazo yo/The King of the Birds Retold by Mayor Aubrey & illustrated by Laura Sua In this update of one of Aesop’s fables, all the birds gather to decide who will be the king of all the birds. Peacock thinks he should be king because he has the prettiest feathers, but Blue Jay, Duck, and Crane help Peacock realize that it’s not about what he looks like, but about what he does.
AMAZING ANIMAL CHARACTERS THE WORLD AROUND US
GRADE 3
READING FOCUS: Third graders will read a poetic text this month that invites them to think about how we use our senses to observe nature. Families can discuss how they thought about the text and the messages the author shares in it.
Imagination & Exploration
Papiyon Lakansyèl La/ The Rainbow Butterfly Written by Martyna Dessources & illustrated by Audeva Joseph
This poetic text celebrates the simple beauty of a butterfly as it flutters around, stopping on flowers and outstretched fingers, and being admired by everyone it encounters. With vibrant illustrations to highlight the butterfly’s grace, this book is sure to help third graders appreciate nature.
AMAZING ANIMAL CHARACTERS THE WORLD AROUND US
New Worlds Reading Initiative Selections in Haitian Creole: April | 15
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