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Fountas & Pinnell Grade 3
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Storms
by Mary DraperA series of meticulously leveled fiction and nonfiction texts use recurring characters and authentic story lines that ignite student interest while systematically building high-frequency words and reading skills.
H For Horrible
by Chris BellJoss wouldn't have believed she and Hannah could become such good friends--not when things had started so badly. Now they seem to have so much in common. Plus they are both fans of the same band! So when Joss wins tickets to the Raging Bandits concert, she invites her new friend to go with her.
When Hannah arrives for the weekend, Joss is surprised. Hannah isn't at all like she seemed in her e-mails. And that's not the only surprise.
Fish for Dinner
by Dawn McMillan and Jenny MountstephenBen and Nikki love going fishing with their Mom. One perfect sunny day they head off to their favorite fishing spot along the coast, but the fish aren't biting. On the way home, they stop suddenly when they see a dog in the middle of the road! Ben and Nikki are sure that something must be wrong. They follow the dog and begin an adventure involving a rescue, some new friends, and a nice surprise.
Androcles and the Lion
by Jenny GilesAndrocles and the Lion Retold by Jenny Giles Illustrated by Loma Tilders
Cool Moves
by RigbyMelody Hope makes some really cool moves in her wheelchair--and some cool moves on the chessboard too! It's the final round of the chess competition, but things look grim when Melody's wheelchair mysteriously disappears. Can her friend Carlo get her to the final in time? And will it be "checkmate" for her opponent, Iggie Pike?
Boys Don't Dance!
by Tom Jellett and Rowena LindquistLuke worries that his schoolmates might see him taking his sister to her dancing lesson. To his surprise, he finds that the class looks interesting and that dancing is fun.
Cara's Letters
by Chantal Stewart and Kathryn SutherlandIt's the worst holiday in history. Cara's mom and dad break up, and then she has to move, leaving all her old friends behind in Castleton. Cara feels like a statistic--she's a child from a broken home. With no one else to confide in, she's lucky to have a friend like Megan that she can write letters to ...
Ironkid
by Dianne WolferWhen Zack decides to enter the annual Ironkid event at the surf club, everyone is surprised. Including him. Usually he just floats about in the ocean, watching and drifting. But this year, he feels like giving it a try. It's a tough race, but Zack is determined to make it through.
Lizard Tongue
by Brenda Gurr and Diana PlattCharlie is thrilled to be chosen to play at the concert hall with Mr. Chadwick, a famous pianist. There are two problems though. The first is the other girl who has been chosen--Sasha Wheatley. The other problem is Charlie's tongue--her lizard tongue.
Mozart
by Mark Wilson and Jan WeeksOn his way home from school one day, James comes across a stray cat. It reminds him a little of a pet cat their family used to have. But this is the shaggiest, dirtiest, most neglected cat he's ever seen. He feeds her and tries to help her. Then he finds that she has a kitten! James decides to take both home. Then Mom places an ad in the Lost and Found column of the newspaper. Will he now have to say goodbye to the two cats that have so quickly become part of the family?
New Ways
by Meredith Thomas and Dawn McMillanSince their parents separated, Tess and Nathan have had to learn new ways of being a family. It's not always easy coping with change, but luckily Grandma is there to support them. And Mom and Dad are still the greatest, even if they're not together - so some things never really change at all.
Antarctic Penguins
by Alan Parker and Catherine ParkerDiscusses Emperor and Adélie penguins, their feeding habits and reproduction. In addition the dangers to their life are outlined including the difficulties of survival in Antarctica and their vulnerability to preditors.
Miss Thackery and the Bee
by Pauline CartwrightJaron loves music. One day he wants to play guitar in a band. But for now, Dad wants him to learn the piano. Jaron doesn't mind (that much) - but his stern-looking piano teacher terrifies him. Until one day, a bee comes along, and Jaron realizes that Miss Thackery is a perfectly nice person after all.
Antarctic Seals
by Alan Parker and Catherine ParkerAnimal Facts: Polar Animals. Antarctic Seals by Alan Parker, Catherine Parker.
Ben's Tune
by Pat Reynolds and Diana ChaseBen was born with one hand much smaller than the other. But this doesn't stop him thumping out tunes on the piano. The problem is that music teachers won't give Ben a chance to prove how well he can play.
King Midas and the Golden Touch
by Jenny GilesRetelling of the tale in which a king finds himself bitterly regretting the consequences of his wish that everything he touches would turn to gold. Suggested level: junior, primary.
Jordan and the Northside Reps
by Stephen HarrisonJordan and the Northside Reps by Stephen Harrison.
Silver and Prince
by Beverley RandellSilver and Prince; a story of two cubs and their road to maturity. Story by Beverley Randell
Photographic Memory
by RigbyPhotographic Memory. Story by Ron Bunney. Illustrations by Richard Hoit.
Patrick and the Leprechaun
by Beverley RandellPatrick was a boy who lived in Ireland on a farm. At home his father would tell him and his sisters stories and they loved hearing about leprechauns the most. But their father warned them of how tricky they can be. One day Patrick found a real leprechaun and he asked for some of his gold. Will Patrick be tricked by the leprechaun...'