Grade 3

Dramas are meant to be performed. Writers tell drama stories through dialogue and action. What kind of drama would you write? What characters would you write about, and where would they live? Read More →

Fiction can be exciting, romantic, realistic, fantastic, or anything in between. A striking picture can inspire a great idea, which could lead to an amazing story. Uncover all the elements of Read More →

Poets create vivid images by playing with words and appealing to our senses. There are so many types of poems to try, from haiku to limericks. What kind of poem would you write? What would… Read More →

Have you ever thought about all the different types of writing you can do? You may write papers for school and e-mails to your friends. Some of you might enjoy writing stories and poems.… Read More →

With X-rays, doctors detect problems human eyes can't see. X-rays are a form of invisible radiation. This powerful medical technology helps experts look inside the body and even treat… Read More →

Two neighbors—one Jewish, one Muslim—have always been best friends. When they both fall on hard times, can they find a way to help each other? In Fawzia Gilani's retelling of this… Read More →

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Jake tells his friend Hank that he's learning to bake, but Hank misunderstands and begins a chain of misinformation that spreads throughout school. Somehow Jake's news gets sillier and sillier! Read More →

Look around you. Do you see tall sunflowers? A bunch of ripe bananas? A yellow traffic light? A puppy’s yellow fur? The color yellow is found in nature, at home, in the community, and in many Read More →

As the flagship of the National Park Service, Yellowstone National Park has a special place in the hearts and minds of conservationists. Thanks to the leadership of far-sighted President… Read More →

Did you know that Yellowstone National Park has more geysers and hot springs than anywhere else on Earth? The geyser called Old Faithful shoots boiling water 130 feet (40 meters) into the… Read More →

First-grader Carolyn is in a wheelchair, but she doesn't let that stop her! She can do almost everything the other kids can, even if sometimes she has to do it a little differently. Includes Read More →

Birds can be as small as a hummingbird or as big as an ostrich. Sometimes their large size can make them look scary. Other times it’s their spooky eyes or shocking strength. Discover some of… Read More →

What is in the dairy group? Cheese, yogurt, pudding, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations give young readers gallons of examples from the… Read More →

A creative and affordable prayer book built around concepts of tefillah (prayer), teshuvah (repentance), and tzedakah (sharing). Services include readings to challenge older children and… Read More →

Yorkshire terriers, also called Yorkies, are pint-sized dynamos! Readers will learn about Yorkie history, behavior, and how to best care for them in this engaging title. Read More →

Yossi has no money to buy the food and flowers his family needs for Shavuot. He tries selling the kippahs his wife sewed, but he has no luck—until a mischievous monkey shows up. The monkey's… Read More →

Soothing and empowering, You Are Your Strong reassures kids that they can handle big emotions and highlights the benefit of developing inner strength and confidence in oneself. With diverse… Read More →

Do you know how to create an algorithm? These cats sure do! Author Brian P. Cleary and illustrator (and coding hobbyist) Martin Goneau offer a fun and accessible introduction to algorithms… Read More →

Toucan worries he can't do things. But the other jungle animals help him realize he can! This heartwarming tale helps young children practice their decoding skills. Read More →

This is a hopeful, helpful story for kids who need reassurance that they can be nice to others and be true to themselves. Ellie feels like she is disappointing people if she says “no.” One… Read More →

This gentle and affirming story encourages readers to remember a loved one in small and meaningful ways through their own life experiences. Our loved ones are always with us, and we can… Read More →

A Tender Story About Grief, Healing, and Honoring Special Memories This lyrical picture book offers a comforting way to talk about loss with children, encouraging them to find peace,… Read More →