Complete list of books needed for the third grade homeschool curriculum
Complete list of books for the third grade homeschool curriculum
This comprehensive book list includes all the literature and reference materials needed for our third grade homeschool curriculum. Books are organized by quarter, with information about when they are used, what subject they support, and direct links to purchase them if needed.
We recommend accessing these books through your local library when possible. Many can also be found as e-books or audiobooks through services like Libby, Hoopla, or Epic! If purchasing, consider used book options to save on cost.
Note: The CKLA (Core Knowledge Language Arts) and CKSci (Core Knowledge Science) materials can be downloaded for free from the Core Knowledge Foundation website at coreknowledge.org.
by Loreen Leedy
A creative introduction to map skills through the story of a girl who creates different maps of her dog's world.
by Jack Knowlton
An introduction to different types of maps, their history, and how to read them, with colorful illustrations.
by Lonely Planet Kids
A colorful introduction to countries around the world, featuring cultural highlights, landmarks, and interesting facts.
by National Geographic
An atlas designed for young readers with vibrant maps, photos, and facts about countries and continents.
by DK Publishing
Profiles of children from around the world, showing their homes, schools, families, and daily lives.
by Jerry Pinkney
A beautifully illustrated collection of Aesop's most famous fables with morals and lessons.
by Don Daily
A collection of over twenty of Aesop's most beloved fables, including "The Tortoise and the Hare" and "The Lion and the Mouse."
by Nick Arnold
A fun, illustrated guide to the physics of forces and motion with hands-on experiments.
by Adrienne Mason
An introduction to physics concepts like push, pull, friction, and gravity for young readers.
by Darlene Stille
Explains the basics of motion and forces with everyday examples that children can relate to.
Core Knowledge Foundation
Includes materials on classic tales, world geography, and fables. These materials can be downloaded for free from the Core Knowledge Foundation website.
by Mary Pope Osborne
Fascinating facts about daily life in Ancient Rome, famous Romans, and the destruction of Pompeii.
by Simon James
A visual guide to the rise and fall of the Roman Empire with detailed illustrations and photographs.
by Kelli Hicks
An introduction to animal classification, explaining vertebrates, invertebrates, and the five main groups of vertebrates.
by Sarah Wilkes
Explores how scientists organize animals into groups based on characteristics, with detailed examples of animal classes.
by Seymour Simon
A comprehensive look at the major systems of the human body with amazing photographs and clear explanations.
by Joanna Cole
Ms. Frizzle and her class take an adventurous trip through the human body, exploring different body systems.
Core Knowledge Foundation
Includes materials on Ancient Rome, classification of animals, and human body systems. These materials can be downloaded for free from the Core Knowledge Foundation website.
by Natalie M. Rosinsky
An introduction to the properties of light and sound, with explanations of how they travel and are detected.
by Joanna Cole
Ms. Frizzle's class shrinks down to explore the world of light, learning about reflection, refraction, and colors.
by Ann McGovern
A question-and-answer format book that describes what life was like for children in colonial America.
by Brendan January
A detailed look at daily life in colonial America, including homes, clothing, education, and work.
by Laurie Krebs
Follows a day in the life of a colonial indigo planter, exploring the important crop and colonial trade.
by Gary D. Schmidt
A collection of Robert Frost's most accessible poems with illustrations and explanations designed for young readers.
by Ingri and Edgar Parin D'Aulaire
A beautifully illustrated introduction to Greek mythology, with stories of gods, goddesses, and heroes.
Core Knowledge Foundation
Includes materials on light and sound, Colonial America, poetry, and mythology. These materials can be downloaded for free from the Core Knowledge Foundation website.
by Joanna Cole
Ms. Frizzle takes her class on a field trip through the solar system, exploring planets, moons, and other celestial objects.
by Helaine Becker
A visual introduction to space, covering planets, stars, galaxies, and space exploration with amazing photographs.
by Kay Moore
Answers questions about what life was like for both patriots and loyalists during the American Revolution.
by Mary Pope Osborne
Jack and Annie travel back in time to the American Revolution and meet General George Washington during a pivotal moment in history.
by Rosalyn Schanzer
Compares and contrasts the leadership, tactics, and perspectives of George Washington and King George III during the American Revolution.
by Anne Kamma
A detailed look at the daily life, culture, and traditions of Native American tribes of the Pacific Northwest.
by Charles River Editors
An overview of Cherokee history, culture, and traditions from pre-colonial times to the present day.
Core Knowledge Foundation
Includes materials on astronomy, the American Revolution, and Native American cultures. These materials can be downloaded for free from the Core Knowledge Foundation website.
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