Fantasy Books for 3rd Graders
Ned, King of the Bees
Ned loves his farm, but when he spots a peaceful bee buzzing by, he follows it to discover something wonderful—a nest full of sweet, golden honey! Ned wants that honey badly and reaches for his axe, but his magical talking book has other ideas. Can The Book teach Ned a smarter way to get the honey without making the bees angry? Join Ned on this sticky adventure to find out!
Nether Portal
Jill wants to find ancient debris to make a powerful Netherite pickaxe, but there’s one problem—it’s only found in the dangerous Nether! Her friend the mage can build a portal, and Dr Can Do wants to study the strange creatures that walk on lava. Together, they gather obsidian and prepare for their biggest adventure yet. But the Nether is full of lava, and Jill hates lava! Will they survive what waits on the other side of the portal?
Forbidden Book Club Issue Eight: Toadpocalypse
Darren, Ada, Lachlan, and Skink enter a mysterious story world that looks like a devastated future city. As they explore the dark, polluted streets filled with strange remains, they discover something shocking: giant toads have taken over! What happened to this world, and can the friends survive this dangerous story?
Forbidden Book Club Issue Three: The Min Min Lights
When Ada, Darren, Skink, and Lachlan enter a mysterious book, they find themselves in a rundown town where everyone hides inside after dark. Strange glowing lights called min min lights appear at night, and anyone who follows them into the bush never comes back. A man warns them about his missing daughter, but Ada wants to investigate anyway. As they follow the eerie lights deeper into the darkness, they begin to wonder—what really happens if they can’t solve the book’s mystery?
Ned Lives by the Sword
Ned has built a good life with his house and farm, but every night he hides from the scary monsters in the dark. Tonight is different—Ned has a sword and he’s ready to fight back! When a groaning zombie lurches out of the darkness, Ned faces his first real battle. But zombies aren’t the only creatures lurking in the night. Can Ned be brave enough to stand against the monsters, or will the darkness win?
Ned's Metal Pal
Ned has built a strong wall around his tower, but he’s still worried about monsters. The Book tells him about a special iron creature called a golem that could protect his home. But building one isn’t easy - Ned needs heavy iron blocks AND a pumpkin head with a scary face! Can Ned follow the tricky design and bring his metal protector to life?
Stop the Raid
Brat Cat is trading in the village when suddenly the alarm bell rings—pillagers are attacking! The frightened villagers scatter as Brat Cat grabs her bow to defend them. But as she fights off wave after wave of enemies, something even more terrifying appears. Can Brat Cat save the village from this unexpected threat?
The Iron Golem
Jack discovers something amazing near his farm—a real iron golem! But the huge metal creature is stuck walking in circles, going nowhere. Jack knows iron golems are supposed to protect towns, so he wants to help it find one. He tries pushing, steering, and even throwing pebbles, but nothing works. The golem is just too big and stubborn! Can Jack figure out a way to help this lost golem find where it truly belongs?
The Ocean World
Sara loves swimming in the creek near her house and dreaming about the ocean. One day, she rescues a beautiful talking fish named Pixie who invites her on an incredible journey. Together they travel through rivers toward the heart of the ocean, passing amazing creatures Sara never knew existed. What wonders await in the mysterious underwater world? And what special gift does Pixie have planned for the girl who saved her?
The Odd Egg
Zom and Skel are racing up a hill when Zom discovers something amazing - a very odd egg unlike any they’ve seen before! The two friends search everywhere to find who it belongs to. They ask the hen, dive underwater to check with the fish and squid, and even zoom up to ask the dragons. But nobody claims the mysterious egg! What strange creature could possibly be growing inside? And what will happen when it finally hatches?