3rd grade books about Nursery Rhymes
3 books commonly assigned to 3rd grade students explore nursery rhymes— every title’s grade range covers 3rd grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.
What this list holds: All 3 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 3rd grade, first published between 1988 and 2003. The most widely cited at this grade is Humpty-Dumpty Egg-Splodes by O'Malley, Kevin (2 lists).
3 3rd grade books about nursery rhymes
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Humpty-Dumpty Egg-Splodes
O'Malley, KevinCited in 2 curricula across 2 states, taught from grade K to 3.
And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon
Janet StevensCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 3 to 8. Also covers characters in literature and animals.
The Lady With the Alligator Purse
Nadine Bernard WestcottCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade K to 3. Also covers jump rope rhymes, nonsense verses and poetry.
Other 3rd grade themes
Friendship · Family · Humor · Humorous Stories · Courage · Schools · Imagination · Dogs
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Frequently asked questions
What nursery rhymes books are good for 3rd grade students?
3 books exploring nursery rhymes have a grade range that covers 3rd grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.
Are these nursery rhymes books grade-appropriate for 3rd grade?
Every title's grade range covers 3rd grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.
How many nursery rhymes books are on the 3rd grade list?
This page lists 3 3rd grade titles about nursery rhymes, ordered by how many US curricula cite each one for this grade (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.
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