Children's Books for 3rd Graders
Don't Look Behind You!
Deep in a huge cave, Steve’s pockets are stuffed with gems - but what is that strange shuffling in the shadows behind him? His torch has fizzled out, a mob of bats is swooping closer, and his armor is too fragile to take much more damage. Can he dodge the bats, leap the ridge, and emerge before they catch him? This decodable reader practices the soft g sound in words such as ‘gems,’ ‘huge,’ ‘dodge,’ ‘ridge,’ and ‘gentle.’
They Are Wrong
Meet a clever cat who knows exactly whose house this really is. Sure, the humans think they own the place - but are they right? From cozy naps and sneaky mice to muddy dogs and a cheeky boy next door, this proud kitty has opinions about everything. Will the people ever figure out who is really in charge? This decodable reader practices the ‘wr’ phonogram in words such as ‘wrap,’ ‘wreck,’ ‘wriggling,’ and ‘wrong.’
Wait! Don't Go!
What happens when a giant boy crawls out of his cave hoping to make a friend? Sen is gentle and kind, but his hands are HUGE and his voice shakes the rooftops! When the village children spot something enormous behind the hedge, they run for their lives. Can Sen show them he isn’t a monster before it’s too late? This decodable reader practices the soft g sound in words like ‘gentle,’ ‘giant,’ ‘village,’ ‘huge,’ and ’edge.’
Follow That Smell!
Tip’s nose wakes her up one snowy morning with a smell she’s never met before - cold, wild, and wonderful! But wait, what’s that sweeter scent drifting on the wind? Something warm, something spicy, something absolutely delicious is hiding out there in the snow. Can Tip follow her twitchy nose all the way to the source? And why is Brat Cat grinning like she knows a secret? This decodable reader practices the gn phonogram in words like ‘gnome,’ ‘sign,’ ‘design,’ and ‘foreign.’
How to Enchant
Discover the magical world of enchantments in Minecraft! Learn how to craft powerful spells that make your items glow with purple magic and gain amazing abilities. From creating enchanting tables to collecting experience orbs, explore the secrets of making your weapons, tools, and armor truly magical. What enchantment will YOU choose first?
I Won't Give Up
Meet Sophia, a girl who never gives up, even when things get tough. From learning to ride a bike to facing her biggest fears, she discovers that with courage and persistence, anything is possible. What would YOU do if you were afraid to try something new?
Our Faces
Did you know your face can tell a story without saying a single word? From big, bright smiles to scrunched-up frowns, our faces show the world exactly how we’re feeling inside. But what happens to your face when you’re brave? Or nervous? Or when you see something super cool like a baby elephant playing? Discover the amazing ways our faces change with every emotion we feel!
Come Back, Rex!
Rex is the bounciest, zoomiest dog on the whole street - and the moment Benny opens the door, WHOOSH, Rex is gone! Can Benny catch him before Rex chases a flyaway umbrella over every hill and hedge in town? And what happens when Uncle Bruce zips by on his scooter with a warm, delicious surprise? Race along to find out! This decodable reader practices the soft c phonogram in words like ‘race,’ ’nice,’ ‘chance,’ ‘place,’ and ’twice.’
My Feelings!
Meet Amy, a girl who experiences all kinds of feelings every single day! Sometimes she feels happy and light like she’s flying through the sky. Other times she feels angry like a volcano ready to erupt, or scared like she’s lost in a dark forest. From excitement to nervousness to calm, Amy discovers that feelings come in many shapes and sizes. But what happens when big emotions seem to take over? Join Amy as she explores the colorful world of feelings inside her heart!
Dragons of Europe!
Tales involving dragons have been told around the world all through history. In this book, we will be looking at dragon stories that originated or are popular in Europe. These dragons have a lot of similarities, and their tales can tell us something about how people saw the world through the years.