Books for 3rd Grade

Our Books for 3rd Grade collection highlights stories and nonfiction that tend to resonate with readers around ages 8–9. Homeschoolers, afterschooling families, and caregivers will find vetted, secular titles at a range of levels, from richly illustrated chapter books to early middle-grade novels and high-interest nonfiction. Every book is reviewed for literary quality, age-appropriateness, and inclusive representation, with attention to content and themes so you can choose what fits your family. Use the filters to sort by genre (adventure, mystery, fantasy, realistic fiction, biography, science and nature), reading level, and topics like friendship, courage, animals, or big feelings. You can also filter for books that often work well for ADHD or dyslexic readers, including audio options and very engaging series. Many families build third grade read-alouds and independent reading around this collection. If you’re unsure which books will support both progress and joy for your reader, Modulo’s AI learning concierge can help you build a custom stack.

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Project-Based Learning: Creating a Modern Education of Curiosity, Innovation & Impact
Project-Based Learning: Creating a Modern Education of Curiosity, Innovation & Impact
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Project-Based Learning: Creating a Modern Education of Curiosity, Innovation & Impact
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Project-Based Learning: Creating a Modern Education of Curiosity, Innovation & Impact
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Spilling Ink
Spilling Ink
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Kids’ Writing Handbook
Spilling Ink
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Friendly writing handbook for kids and tweens that offers concrete tips on finding ideas, creating characters and revising stories. Short chapters and exercises make it easy to use as a mini writing curriculum.
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Usborne Coding for Beginners (3-Book Set)
Usborne Coding for Beginners (3-Book Set)
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Beginner Coding Books
Usborne Coding for Beginners (3-Book Set)
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A set of beginner-friendly coding books introducing key concepts via projects.
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Usborne Coding for Beginners (Scratch)
Usborne Coding for Beginners (Scratch)
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Scratch Projects Book
Usborne Coding for Beginners (Scratch)
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A colorful coding book teaching kids how to build games in Scratch.
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True or False
True or False
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True or False
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World Book’s question and answer series where each spread asks kids to guess whether a statement is true or false before revealing the explanation. Short facts make nice science or social studies warmups.
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Guardians of Ga’Hoole
Guardians of Ga’Hoole
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Guardians of Ga’Hoole
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Middle grade fantasy series about orphaned owls, daring flights and battles between good and evil. Great for strong readers who like long series and richly imagined animal worlds.
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Nen and the Lonely Fisherman
Nen and the Lonely Fisherman
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Nen and the Lonely Fisherman
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Picture book love story between a merman and a lonely fisherman that gently explores kindness, courage and queer acceptance with soft, ocean-themed illustrations.
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Dictionary of Difficult Words
Dictionary of Difficult Words
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Dictionary of Difficult Words
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Large-format vocabulary book that defines unusual and challenging words with playful explanations and illustrations, inviting kids to revel in quirky language.
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Rainbow Revolutionaries: 50 LGBTQ+ People Who Made History
Rainbow Revolutionaries: 50 LGBTQ+ People Who Made History
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Rainbow Revolutionaries: 50 LGBTQ+ People Who Made History
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Illustrated collection profiling fifty LGBTQ+ figures from many eras, giving kids short, uplifting biographies that highlight courage, creativity and resistance.
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How to Be Good at English Language Arts
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How to Be Good at English Language Arts
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Visual DK reference that breaks down grammar, reading and writing skills with diagrams, examples and practice. Handy as a colorful supplement for roughly grades four and up.
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Strangeworlds Travel Agency
Strangeworlds Travel Agency
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Strangeworlds Travel Agency
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Strangeworlds Travel Agency is a middle grade fantasy novel about a secret suitcase based travel agency and portals to other worlds, ideal for adventurous readers or a fun family read aloud.
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People of Pride: 25 Great LGBTQ Americans
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People of Pride: 25 Great LGBTQ Americans
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Short illustrated biographies of twenty five LGBTQ Americans from many fields, including arts, sports and activism. Works well as a morning basket read aloud or for quick research projects.
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Geography Through Art
Geography Through Art
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Geography Through Art
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Geography Through Art is a hands on book that teaches world geography through drawing painting and craft projects. Families explore cultures landmarks and maps while creating art that reinforces global awareness.
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Draw, Paint, Sparkle
Draw, Paint, Sparkle
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Draw, Paint, Sparkle
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Art project book by Patty Palmer that provides step by step drawing and painting lessons for kids using simple supplies, helping parents lead confident art sessions at home.
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Natural Speller
Natural Speller
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Natural Speller
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Homeschool friendly reference book that outlines a flexible spelling program organized by phonics patterns and word lists so parents can design simple lessons for multiple ages.
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Phonics Pathways
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Phonics Pathways
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A step by step phonics book that teaches reading and spelling through carefully sequenced lessons. Parents can sit with one child at a time and move at the learner’s pace.
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worst case scenario survival handbook
worst case scenario survival handbook
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worst case scenario survival handbook
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Tongue in cheek survival guide that explains how to handle unlikely emergencies, from quicksand to alligators. Older kids enjoy the dramatic scenarios while also learning about risk, planning and basic safety.
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It’s Her Story: Billie Jean King
It’s Her Story: Billie Jean King
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It’s Her Story: Billie Jean King
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A graphic novel biography of tennis legend and activist Billie Jean King that introduces tweens to her fight for gender equality in sports through accessible comic panels and short text sections. 
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A Child’s Introduction to Pride
A Child’s Introduction to Pride
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A Child’s Introduction to Pride
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Illustrated nonfiction book introducing kids to LGBTQ identities, history and Pride celebrations through simple explanations, timelines and biographies. Suitable for upper elementary readers with lots of pictures and sidebars.
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The Every Body Book
The Every Body Book
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The Every Body Book
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Inclusive sex education picture book that teaches kids about bodies, gender, boundaries and reproduction with clear diagrams and diverse characters. Designed for families who want honest age appropriate answers.
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The Big Book of Pride Flags
The Big Book of Pride Flags
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The Big Book of Pride Flags
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Kid friendly reference book that explains the meanings and histories behind many Pride flags, including trans, bi, ace and more. Each spread pairs bright art with short affirming text.
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Upstaged (Diana Harmon Asher)
Upstaged (Diana Harmon Asher)
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Upstaged (Diana Harmon Asher)
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Middle grade novel about a painfully shy seventh grader cast in her school’s production of The Music Man. Theater friends, backstage drama and a mysterious prankster help her find courage and her voice.
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A Year of Pride and Joy: LGBTQ+ Voices Share Their Life Passions
A Year of Pride and Joy: LGBTQ+ Voices Share Their Life Passions
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A Year of Pride and Joy: LGBTQ+ Voices Share Their Life Passions
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Collection of short profiles where LGBTQ+ people share the passions and hobbies that light them up one for each day of the year. Inspiring bite sized reading for older kids and teens.
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Gender Heroes
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Gender Heroes
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An illustrated children’s book sharing short biographies of diverse gender-diverse role models from history and today. Encourages kids to see many ways to express gender and be themselves.
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