Third Grade Reading List

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Recommended Reading List

The following books were recommended by our local library for a child entering third grade. They selected books in the following three categories: easy juvenile fiction, fiction and nonfiction. These books are perfect to read during summer break or throughout the school year.

Easy Juvenile Fiction

in alphabetically order

1. Abuela’s Weave
   By: Omar S. Castañeda

   Book Details: Esperanza and her abuela (grandmother) weave tapestries to sell at the market. Pages: 32 ISBN-10: 1880000202 ISBN-13: 978-1880000205

2. Amber Was Brave, Essie Was Smart
   By: Vera B. William

   Book Details: Two sisters who are best friends can do anything together! Pages: 72 ISBN-10: 0060571829 ISBN-13: 978-0060571825

Fiction Books

in alphabetically order

1. Babymouse #1: Queen of the World!
   By: Jennifer & Matthew Holm

   Book Details: Read about the adventures of a sassy young mouse. Pages: 96 ISBN-10: 0375832297 ISBN-13: 978-0375832291

2. Class Clown
   By: Johanna Hurwitz

   Book Details: Can the class clown become a perfect student? Pages: 98 ISBN-10: 0812466608 ISBN-13: 978-0812466607

Non Fiction Books

in alphabetically order

Big Bang! The Tongue-Tickling Tale of a Speck That Became Spectacular
By: Carolyn Cinami DeCristofano

Book Details: Explains how a tiny speck turned into our universe. Pages: 32 ISBN-10: 1570916187 ISBN-13: 978-1570916182

Dinomania (One Shot)
By: Mick Manning

Book Details: Look out dinosaur connoisseurs – lots of crafts and activities for all to enjoy! Pages: 48 ISBN-10: 0749647043 ISBN-13: 978-0749647049