As you know, it's important for your students to read books from a wide variety of genres — this helps them advance their literacy skills and fosters their love of reading. These best-selling books for grades 3-5 will help every child in your class discover a book they can't put down!

For instance, the popular I Survived series is a great way for students to read chapter books and learn about terrifying historic events. In the first book in the series, I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912, 10-year-old George's life changes when a terrible boom shakes the entire boat he and his little sister, Phoebe, are on.

And in the best-seller Leon the Extraordinary, Leon is on a mission to become a superhero but he has no superpowers. However, when a phone app starts turning users into zombies — Leon comes to the rescue. This graphic novel is a great way to engage students in a gripping story with supporting visuals. 

Meanwhile, in the latest book in award-winning Front Desk series, Top Story, feisty and resilient Mia Tang is living the dream: attending journalism camp at the San Francisco Tribune! But when her story ideas keep getting shot down, she'll have to work with her friends to get back on top.

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