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Funny chapter books to engage an 8-year-old who is a reluctant reader
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Bride of Slug Man
Julie Mata
For the child navigating the highs and lows of middle school friendships and the pressure of trying out for a big new op
Ages 8–12
Dinosaur Pox
Jeremy Strong
For the child feeling awkward in their own skin, this zany adventure turns growing pains into a literal dinosaur transfo
Ages 7–9
Lost in the Blinded Blizzard
John R. Erickson
For the child who loves to laugh while facing life's little storms, this silly ranch adventure celebrates bravery and pe
Ages 8–12
Who Is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson?
James Buckley Jr., Who HQ
For the child who loves action movies or wrestling and needs to see how hard work and bouncing back from failure can lea
Ages 8–12
Happy Birthday, Sophie Hartley
Stephanie Greene
For the child feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety about hitting the 'double digits' and the changing expectations of
Ages 7–10
The Million Dollar Kick
Dan Gutman
For the artistic child who feels out of place in a sports-obsessed world, this story explores finding confidence when th
Ages 8–12
The Legends of Greemulax
Kimmy Schmidt, Sarah Mlynowski
For the child grappling with the idea that growing up means losing their gentleness or becoming someone they don't recog
Ages 8–12
The Luck of the Buttons
Anne Ylvisaker
For the child who feels defined by their family's mistakes and is looking for a way to stand out and prove their own wor
Ages 8–12
Hurray for Ali Baba Bernstein
Johanna Hurwitz
For the child who wants to be noticed, this collection of funny urban adventures celebrates the creativity and confidenc
Ages 7–10
Have Sword, Will Travel
Garth Nix, Sean Williams
For the child who feels overlooked or pushed into roles they didn't choose, this tale explores finding your own kind of
Ages 8–12
Marabel and the Book of Fate
Tracy Barrett
For the child who feels overlooked or trapped by others' expectations, this adventure follows a princess who discovers h
Ages 8–12
School! Adventures at the Harvey N. Trouble Elementary School
Kate McMullan
Ron Faster navigates the zany halls of Harvey N. Trouble Elementary, encountering uniquely named staff like Ms. Roxanne
Ages 4–11
Blast from the Past
Meg Cabot
For the child navigating the complicated return of a former best friend and the pressure of social standing in middle sc
Ages 8–12
Dramarama
Jane B. Mason, Sarah Hines-Stephens
For the tween navigating the awkwardness of a first crush and the drama of middle school friendships while trying to shi
Ages 8–12
Two of a Kind
Sarah E. Heller
For siblings who struggle to see eye to eye, this lighthearted story follows twins Mary-Kate and Ashley as they navigate
Ages 7–11
Waffle
Chris Raschka
For the child who gets stuck in 'what-ifs' and overthinking. This gentle story helps kids recognize their anxiety and fi
Ages 4–8
Sparky The Life and Art of Charles Schulz
Beverly Gherman
For the quiet child who wonders if their shyness is a hurdle or a gift. Discover how a boy who felt like a 'loser' creat
Ages 8–12
Orp Goes to the Hoop
Suzy Kline
For the child trying a new sport for the first time or feeling nervous about moving from what they know to a brand-new c
Ages 8–12
Jordan Peele
Samantha S. Bell
For the young creative who loves movies and comedy, this biography shows how a kid with a big imagination grew up to bec
Ages 7–11
Freddy and Mr. Camphor
Walter R. Brooks
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big responsibilities and needs to learn how to balance work with the freedom of p
Ages 8–12
Nina's Not Boy Crazy! (She Just Likes Boys)
Wendy L. Brandes
For the girl who feels out of step with her friends' new obsession with dating and wants to stay true to her own pace wi
Ages 8–12
I Totally Funniest
James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein
For the child navigating the highs and lows of newfound popularity. Jamie learns that staying true to yourself is more i
Ages 8–12
Princess from Another Planet
Mindy Schanback
For the child who feels like they don't quite belong in their own world and dreams of a hidden, extraordinary destiny.
Ages 8–12
Arthur and the Popularity Test
Marc Brown
For the child feeling pressure to change their personality to fit in, this story explores the pitfalls of letting a maga
Ages 6–9
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