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Must-Read Biographies: Arts & Sports, Grades 3–5
Must-Read Biographies: Arts & Sports is a Scholastic Teaching Resources book for grades 3–5. It presents short life stories of artists and sports figures, paired with text-dependent questions for comprehension and critical thinking.
At a glance
- Short biographies feature figures in arts and sports, including Frida Kahlo, Lin Manuel Miranda, Billie Jean King, and Shohei Ohtani.
- Each biography is paired with text-dependent questions intended to assess comprehension and critical thinking.
- The listed audience is grades 3–5, with a stated reading age of 8–10 years.
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Pros
- The paired questions give educators a ready-made comprehension and critical-thinking activity for each biography.
- The arts-and-sports focus brings together creative and athletic role models in one resource.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Scholastic Teaching Resources |
|---|---|
| Publication date | June 1, 2024 |
| Edition | Teacher’s |
| Language | English |
| ISBN-10 | 1546107096 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1546107095 |
| Reading age | 8 - 10 years |
| Grade level | 3 - 5 |
| Weight listed | 2 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11.2 x 8.66 x 1.18 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Teachers seeking short biography readings and accompanying comprehension questions for grades 3–5.
- Families looking for biographies about artists and sports figures for readers in the listed 8–10 age range.
Frequently asked questions
What is covered in this book?
It features short biographies of artists and sports figures, including Frida Kahlo, Lin Manuel Miranda, Billie Jean King, and Shohei Ohtani.
Does it include student questions?
Yes. The listing says each biography comes with text-dependent questions for comprehension and critical thinking.
What age and grade range is listed?
The product details list grades 3–5 and a reading age of 8–10 years.
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