Good Books for 3rd Graders

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  Pearl and Wagner: Two Good Friends

  by Kate McMullan, R. W. Alley

  Pig Pearl and mouse Wagner are opposites—but great friends. A funny and realistic portrayal of friendship in early elementary life.

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  Yasmin the Explorer

  by Saadia Faruqi, Hatem Aly

  Yasmin is a curious and creative Pakistani American girl who loves to solve everyday problems. A joyful and inclusive series for early readers.

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  The Littles

  by John Peterson

  The Littles are a family of tiny people with tails who live inside the walls of a normal home. Their adventures are thrilling and imaginative.

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  Henry and Mudge: The First Book

  by Cynthia Rylant, Suçie Stevenson

  Henry finds companionship in his giant dog Mudge in this easy-reader series. Sweet and simple stories of everyday love and loyalty.

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  Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea

  by Cynthia Rylant, Arthur Howard

  Elderly Mr. Putter adopts a charming old cat named Tabby, and the two become inseparable. Quiet, cozy humor and strong vocabulary.

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  Little Bear

  by Else Holmelund Minarik, Maurice Sendak

  This classic early reader captures sweet, timeless stories between a bear cub and his mother. Endearing and gentle from start to finish.

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  Clementine

  by Sara Pennypacker, Marla Frazee

  Clementine is creative, impulsive, and hilariously real. Perfect for fans of Ramona and Judy Moody, with a fresh modern voice.

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  Charlotte's Web

  by E. B. White

  A tender story of friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a wise, word-weaving spider named Charlotte. This beloved classic explores love, loss, and loyalty in the most enchanting way.

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  The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

  by C.S. Lewis

  Lucy discovers a magical world through the back of a wardrobe in this beloved fantasy classic. The first Chronicles of Narnia book blends adventure, talking animals, and timeless themes of good versus evil.

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  Captain Underpants

  by Dav Pilkey

  Two prank-loving kids accidentally create a superhero in underpants. Gross-out humor meets comic book fun in this early chapter book phenomenon.