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Fountas & Pinnell Select Collections Grade 3
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Spanish Omelette
by Jackie Tidey and Trish HillThe story engages children to taste vocabulary with the recipe of Spanish Omelette. Individual Student Edition Silver (levels 23-24)
Yo-yos
by Cathy HopeThe yo-yo is one of the oldest toys in the world, and it is enjoyed by people from many different cultures.
Yo-yos are made up of many small parts and can be made from a variety of different materials to help them spin. Follow the step-by-step instructions to make your own yo-yo, and with some practice, you can perform exciting yo-yo tricks.
Brahmin and the Ungrateful Tiger
by Alan HorsfieldWhen a Brahman priest rescues a tiger from a cage is shocked when the ungrateful beast threatens to eat him. The tiger argues that there is no reason why he shouldn't eat the Brahman, because, "Humans are the most ungrateful creatures on Earth!" The Brahman be for his life, and the tiger agrees to spare him - but only he can find a witness who doesn't believe that all human are ungrateful.
Get the Picture?
by Jim HowesFrom ancient cave paintings to modern art, from still photography to moving images, from cartoon animation to computer graphics, new technology has changed the way we see and portray the world around us.
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.
The Go-cart Team
by David KeystoneHow do you build a go-cart? First of all you need a design. Next you need a list of the parts, tools, and materials that are required. And then you need to put the different parts together.When the go-cart is complete, you need the right safety equipment and lots of training. Finally, you need to give the go-cart a name -- and that's the hardest job for The Go-cart Team.
The Secret
by Julie Mitchell and Paul KonyeChris the hero in basketball game, because he scores more points than anyone else, while he was injured. That night, Andrew wakes up with breathing difficulties. The next day, Andrew finds out that he has asthma. The doctor gives Andrew an inhaler but Andrew is embarrassed about using it, so he decides to keep his asthma a secret. At the next game, Andrew doesn't want to use the inhaler in front of Chris, so he leaves it in his bag. During the game, Andrew has an asthma attack and has to go to the hospital. Chris comes to visit Andrew and reveals that he has asthma too. (Rigby PM Collection Emerald)
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.
King of the Birds
by Dawn McMillanLong ago, the birds of the forest came together to choose a king. They needed a fair way to choose, so they decided that the bird who could fly the highest should be king ...
New Ways
by Dawn McMillan and Meredith ThomasSince 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.
Tortoise Soup
by Dawn McMillanTortoise, Goat, Raven, and Rat are very good friends. One morning, they learn an important lesson--that good friends always help one another.
Washed Away!
by Dawn McMillanThe emergency sirens are wailing, and the flood waters have reached the end of Nicholas's street. Nicholas and his dad are ready to evacuate to the rescue centre. But what about William? Dad says cats can swim, but Nicholas won't be happy until the rains are over and he can go back home to find William.
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.
Antarctic Seals
by Alan Parker and Catherine ParkerAnimal Facts: Polar Animals. Antarctic Seals by Alan Parker, Catherine Parker.
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...'
Silver and Prince
by Beverley RandellSilver and Prince; a story of two cubs and their road to maturity. Story by Beverley Randell
Wolves
by Beverley RandellThis text contain facts about wolves. Topics included are: communication, hunting in all seasons, wolf pups and locations.
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?
Photographic Memory
by RigbyPhotographic Memory. Story by Ron Bunney. Illustrations by Richard Hoit.
