SEL Books for 3rd Graders

We believe every child deserves access to quality reading materials that nurture a lifelong love of learning. Find the best SEL books for 3rd graders featuring emotional awareness and relationship skills. These children’s books for ages 7-8 combine social-emotional learning with grade-appropriate reading levels perfect for elementary students.

Free Decodable Reader with 'ough' Words | A Special Flower

A Special Flower

Meet a little white oak flower who feels different from all the other blossoms. While other flowers seem so much more beautiful with their bright colors and pretty shapes, this flower wonders why it looks so unusual. One night, the stars seem to whisper a secret message. What will the flower discover on its magical journey through the world? Can being different actually be something wonderful?

Nature SEL <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>

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>

Free Decodable Reader with 'ough' Words | Cats Need to Sleep

Cats Need to Sleep

Pokey the cat lives on the streets, and all cats need to sleep! But finding a cozy spot for the night isn’t easy. The box is full of cats who won’t share. The trash can is taken by grumpy Inky. And now dark clouds are rolling in! When rain starts to fall, Pokey must climb higher to find shelter. But what will happen when a dangerous storm puts all the street cats in trouble? Will Pokey help the cats who turned him away?

Animals SEL <ough>

Fantasy Decodable Reader with 'ei' Words | Mirror Magic

Mirror Magic

Three selfish children sneak a peek at their father’s magic mirror despite his warning. But instead of seeing their own faces, they discover something shocking reflected back at them—three strange, ugly monsters! Can the children figure out why the mirror shows them these creatures, and what must they do to change what they see?

Fantasy Family SEL <ei>

Free SEL Decodable Reader with 'augh' Words | No One Like Me

No One Like Me

A curious young animal sets off on a journey to find someone exactly like them. Looking all around at the water hole and beyond, they search and search. Other creatures burrow and build nests, but that’s not what this little one does. With so many different animals in the world, will they ever find another just like them? Join this adorable explorer on a heartwarming quest of self-discovery!

SEL Animals <augh>

Free Funny Decodable Reader with ci, si, ti Words | Fast

Fast

Meet an ambulance with a big dream—to zoom through the city streets at lightning speed! But his careful driver Mr. Chow takes things slowly. When a new, speedy paramedic arrives, the ambulance finally gets his wish. Will going fast be everything he hoped for, or will he learn something surprising about doing things the right way?

Humor SEL Soft-c

SEL Decodable Reader with Silent G (gn) | I Won't Give Up

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?

SEL Family <gn>

SEL Decodable Reader with ph Words | Our Faces

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!

SEL Science <ph>

SEL Decodable Reader with Silent W (wr) | My Feelings!

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!

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