Help me give my students a better chance at learning how to read. The books we use in class are boring and old. They can't relate. I want to find a couple of timeless stores to engage them.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Ponthieu's classroom raised $198
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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Books like The Giver, The Magic Tree House series, A Series of Unfortunate Events, and James and the Giant Peach are fantastic choices for third graders working on their reading skills. These books offer a perfect balance of engaging stories, age-appropriate vocabulary, and exciting plots that keep young readers hooked, making them more likely to develop a love for reading.
The Giver introduces young readers to thought-provoking concepts about society, choices, and individuality, while still being accessible to third graders.
Its intriguing narrative encourages critical thinking and sparks meaningful discussions, helping students expand their comprehension skills.
The Magic Tree House series, on the other hand, is filled with adventure and historical elements. Each book in the series takes readers on a thrilling journey to different times and places, making learning fun and interactive. This series encourages curiosity, boosts reading stamina, and enhances vocabulary as students encounter new settings, characters, and historical contexts.
Similarly, A Series of Unfortunate Events provides a mix of dark humor, mystery, and quirky characters, which captivates children’s attention while challenging them with slightly more complex sentence structures. The recurring themes of resilience and creativity in the face of adversity can inspire students to think deeply and engage with the text on a more meaningful level.
Lastly, James and the Giant Peach offers a whimsical and imaginative story that invites readers to explore creativity while learning new words and phrases. The fantastical elements spark the imagination of third graders, making the book both fun and enriching.
In contrast, many of our current library books may lack the excitement or relevance that young readers crave, with many being outdated and unrelatable. These four books, with their engaging plots and relatable characters, will capture their attention, improve their reading skills, and foster a deeper love for reading.
More than half of students from low‑income households
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