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Funny chapter books to engage an 8-year-old who is a reluctant reader
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Destiny Calling
Will Mabbitt
For the middle-grade reader navigating the pressure of expectations and learning to trust their own moral compass when t
Ages 8–12
Which One is Whitney?
James Stevenson
For the child who feels lost in the crowd or misunderstood. Join Whitney the dugong on a series of gentle, funny adventu
Ages 6–9
Unplugged
Gordon Korman
For the child who struggles to put down the tablet, this humorous mystery follows a tech-obsessed boy forced to find adv
Ages 8–12
Nell O'Dell Hates Quests
Emily B. Martin
For the child who prefers a quiet life but is being pushed toward big adventures, this story honors the courage it takes
Ages 8–12
Hidden Magic
Vivian Vande Velde
For the child who loves a twist on tradition: a spirited princess skips the waiting and takes charge to rescue a pampere
Ages 8–12
Ninja Girl
Anh Do
For the child who feels like an ordinary kid on the outside but dreams of having secret, extraordinary powers to save th
Ages 7–11
The Seventh-grade Weirdo
Lee Wardlaw
For the child who feels like an outsider within their own family, this story explores the struggle to build a personal i
Ages 8–12
Rule of Three
Megan McDonald
For the child navigating the tricky waters of sisterhood, where love and competition often go hand in hand while finding
Ages 8–12
Take Two!
John J. Bonk
For the child who feels the pressure of high expectations or dreams of being in the spotlight while navigating the awkwa
Ages 8–12
Consent (for Kids!)
Rachel Brian
For the child learning to navigate personal space and friendships, this guide empowers them to say no and respect others
Ages 6–10
The Hoop Con
Amar Shah
For the child who loves their sneakers as much as their jump shot. This story navigates the pressure of family expectati
Ages 8–12
The Triplets
Barbara Seuling
For the child who feels overlooked or tired of being compared to others, this story celebrates the importance of being s
Ages 5–8
How to Twist a Dragon's Tale
Cressida Cowell
For the child who feels like they don't fit the traditional mold of a 'leader' but finds strength in their own unique wa
Ages 8–12
I Was A Rat!
Philip Pullman
For the child who feels misunderstood or struggles to find their place, this clever tale explores the difference between
Ages 8–12
Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang
Mordecai Richler
For the child who feels overlooked or misunderstood by big people, this story shows that even the smallest voice can unc
Ages 6–10
The Ordinary Princess
M. M. Kaye
For the child who feels they do not fit the 'perfect' mold. A princess cursed with ordinariness finds true happiness by
Ages 8–12
Greatest Host of All Time
Suma Subramaniam
For the child who dreams big and wants to make a difference in their family. Suri's journey to save her family's busines
Ages 8–12
Double or Nothing with the Two and Only Kelly Twins
Johanna Hurwitz
For the child who wonders where they end and their sibling begins. This gentle story explores the puzzle of finding your
Ages 6–9
Madagascar: The Movie Novel
Louise Gikow
For the child who wonders if the grass is greener on the other side. This adventure explores how stepping out of your co
Ages 7–11
The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic
Jennifer Trafton
For the dreamer who feels small in a big world, this whimsical adventure celebrates how even the most ordinary child can
Ages 8–12
Keep Your Eye on the Kid: The Early Years of Buster Keaton
Catherine Brighton
For the child who loves to tumble and play, this story of a real-life boy who turned his klutziness into comedy shows ho
Ages 6–10
Barnyard
Tom Mason
For the child navigating the transition from being carefree to taking on big responsibilities, especially after experien
Ages 8–12
The Phantom Bully
Jeffrey Brown
For the child feeling targeted by a mysterious bully or struggling with the pressures of their final school year, even i
Ages 8–12
The Sixth Grade Nickname Game
Gordon Korman
For the child navigating the complex social hierarchies of middle school and the pressure to fit in while staying true t
Ages 8–12
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