Crabtree Publishing Company<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Common</strong> <strong>Core</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Standards</strong> <strong>for</strong> MathematicsGRADE THREEGeometryReason with shapes and their attributes.3.G.1. Understand that shapes in different categories (e.g., rhombuses, rectangles, and others) may share attributes (e.g., having four sides),and that the shared attributes can define a larger category.Page85HC Price QTY HC ISBN Title Series PB Price QTY PB ISBN GRL$16.95 ______ 978-0-7787-6784-8 Polygons My Path to Math $6.95 ______ 978-0-7787-6793-0 LGRADE FOURExtend understanding of fraction equivalence and ordering.4.NF.1. Explain why a fraction a/b is equivalent to a fraction (n × a)/(n × b) by using visual fraction models, with attention to how the numberand size of the parts differ even though the two fractions themselves are the same size. Use this principle to recognize and generateequivalent fractions.4.NF.2. Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators,or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to thesame whole. Record the results of comparisons with symbols >, =, or , =, or
ne day a little mouse was running through the <strong>for</strong>est. It did not see a mighty lionsleeping underneath a tree. The mouse ran right into the lion, waking him upfrom his nap. The surprised lion was so angry that he grabbed the little mouse inhis paws and was about to eat him. The frightened mouse begged <strong>for</strong> his life.The lion was amused by the idea of a little mouse doing a favor <strong>for</strong> a big, strong lion.“How could a little mouse like you help me? I am the most mighty animal in theThen one day the lion found himself caught in a trap set by hunters. Tangled in a netand unable to get free, the lion roared in frustration. Hearing his roar, the mouse ran to“You laughed at me when I told you I would repay your kindness someday,” said themouse. “But now you see that even a little mouse can help a mighty lion.”AVAILABLEMyths, folktales, legends, and fables—each kind of story has a setof rules <strong>for</strong> its construction. This engaging new series shows youngreaders how to look at stories in a whole new way. Children willdevelop their comprehension and critical reading skills by learningto identify the characteristics of different literary genres, or styles,in stories from around the world. Writing guides show studentshow to create their own stories in each particular style.FORMAT8 Rein<strong>for</strong>ced library binding and paperback8 32 pages, 8 x 10"8 Full-color photos & illustrationsReading Level: Grade 3Interest Level: Grades 3-67from How to tell a FableFable Elements in Action!• The purpose of a fable is to teach a lesson.• The main characters are often animals that talk andbehave like people.• The titles of fables use the names of the characters.• Each fable has a twist at the end in which a characterlearns a lesson.Element: Learn a lesson!A fable is a story that teaches the reader a lesson called a moral.First told more than 2,500 years ago, this fable is believed to haveWhat is the moral?What is the moral in the fable The Lion andthe Mouse? Think about what the story istrying to teach you. One moral of the story isthat no act of kindness, no matter how small,is ever wasted. Another moral of the fable isthat the small can be mighty. Think about it!Do either of these morals have meaning toyou? Have you ever done something nice <strong>for</strong>another person? Do you think you can helpsomeone who is bigger, stronger, or olderthan you?Write On!Think about morals orimportant lessons youhave learned during yourlife. You can add to yourlist of morals as you readmore fables. Keep yourlist in a safe place, as youwill use it to create yourown fable at the end ofthis book.been created by a man named Aesop. Can you identify the moral?Even though this fable is thousands of yearsold, its message is still meaningful today.The Lion and the Mouse“Please let me go!” he cried. “If you do, one day I may be able to repay yourkindness!”jungle!” cried the lion. He roared with laughter and suddenly was no longer angry.He decided to let the mouse go free.the spot where the lion was trapped. He quickly got to work, gnawing at the net withhis sharp little teeth. Soon the lion was free.10 11Review“Each volume in the Text Styles Series provides a rich guided learning process <strong>for</strong> a particular literary genre. Studentsare introduced to the elements of the genre, beginning with a definition of the genre and its purpose. Exemplary globalsamples of the genre follow which allow students to explore the genre, then to learn about its elements and how eachis used in its writing style. Through the exploration, students review the writing process <strong>for</strong> the genre, then create theirown by following the process. The colorful pages, images and workbook highlights are engaging to the audience andage appropriate. Students are empowered to engage in reading comprehension skills, critical reading skills and writingskills at every step in this series. Use of in<strong>for</strong>mation tools such as table of contents, index, glossary can also be taughtand practiced using this series. A highly recommended series <strong>for</strong> reading and writing workshops and activity centres inthe classroom, school library or learning commons.”—Resource Links
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