Friendship Books for 3rd Graders

We believe every child deserves access to quality reading materials that nurture a lifelong love of learning. Find the best friendship books for 3rd graders featuring loyal companions and meaningful connections. These children’s books for ages 7-8 combine heartfelt stories with grade-appropriate reading levels perfect for elementary students.

Adventure Decodable Reader with 'ui' Words | Starfang's Big Night Out

Starfang's Big Night Out

Starfang the spider loves his cozy life on the couch, but when someone leaves a window open, he can’t resist slipping out for a nighttime adventure. At first, everything is exciting - new smells, new tastes, and so much to explore! But when Starfang stumbles into a cave full of tough, scary cave spiders, his fun night takes a dangerous turn. Will his friends Bones, Skel, and Zom find him before it’s too late?

Adventure Friendship Minecraft <ui>

Christmas Decodable Reader with 'augh' Words | A Hot Christmas

A Hot Christmas

Did you know that in some parts of the world, Christmas happens in the middle of summer? Join Dr Can Do, Jill, Minx, and their friends in Canville for a very different kind of holiday celebration. Instead of snowflakes and warm coats, there’s swimming, sunshine, and splashing! With a decorated tree, a visit from Santa, and plenty of Christmas crackers, this festive day is full of surprises. What makes a summer Christmas so special?

Christmas Friendship Minecraft <augh>

Free Decodable Reader with Silent W Words | Little Vet

Little Vet

Meg is a caring vet who helps all the animals in the jungle. When she runs out of a special healing herb, she ventures deep into the wild to find more. The journey is tricky, with roots to climb and puddles to dodge. Along the way, she meets animals who need her help—a monkey with an itch, a bird with a hurt leg, and a hungry baby deer. Will Meg have enough medicine left to bring home?

Animals Adventure Friendship <wr>

Adventure Decodable Reader with Soft c | Nether Portal

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?

Adventure Friendship Fantasy Minecraft Soft-c

STEM Decodable Reader with 'ough' Words | Prickly

Prickly

Jill needs golden carrots to survive her mining adventures, but they’re running out fast! Dr Can Do has a brilliant idea to grow them quicker using bone meal. But there’s one big problem: he has to collect prickly cactus plants from the desert without getting hurt. How will he solve this puzzle and help his friend?

STEM Friendship Minecraft <ough>

Friendship Decodable Reader with Silent G Words | The Quiet Hut

The Quiet Hut

Brat Cat is having a terrible day! The village is too hot, too noisy, and way too crowded. Her teeth are clenched and she needs to escape. When she discovers a peaceful wood nearby, she gets a wonderful idea. But can she and her friends Fig Pig and Tip work together to build something special? What will Brat Cat create to help her feel calm again?

Friendship SEL <gn>

Christmas Decodable Reader with Silent G Words | Snow!

Snow!

When Tip the dog wakes up to a strange smell in the air, he discovers something magical has happened overnight — the world is covered in snow! Excited beyond belief, Tip and his friends Brat Cat and Fig Pig decide it’s time for Christmas decorations. But while building snowmen and hanging lights, another mysterious scent drifts through the cold air. Something sweet and spicy is waiting at the bottom of the hill. What could it be, and who made it?

Christmas Friendship Animals <gn>

STEM Decodable Reader with Soft C Words | Dr. Can Do Turns it On

Dr. Can Do Turns it On

Dr. Can Do arrives in a peaceful village looking for a place to set up his workshop. He’s excited to show the villagers amazing new inventions using red stone technology—things that can light up homes and make farming easier. The village children are fascinated by his mysterious chest full of gadgets and buttons. What incredible creations will Dr. Can Do teach them to build?

STEM Adventure Friendship Minecraft Soft-c

Adventure Decodable Reader with 'ough' Words | Jill Lost it All

Jill Lost it All

Jill arrives at a new village after escaping a terrible raid, having lost everything. With help from a kind friend named Dr Can Do, she begins to rebuild her life. But can she truly feel safe again, or will danger follow her to this new home?

Adventure Friendship Inclusion Minecraft <ough>

Friendship Decodable Reader with 'eigh' Words | Let's Bee Friends

Let's Bee Friends

Zom the zombie is tired of shuffling around with his zombie neighbors. He wants friends who do something new and exciting! When he discovers a buzzing beehive full of busy bees, he thinks he’s hit the jackpot. But these bees are too busy dancing and collecting pollen to chat. When Zom shakes their hive to get their attention, things go very wrong. Can Zom find a way to make friends with creatures who don’t want to hang out?

Friendship Nature SEL <eigh>

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