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Funny chapter books to engage an 8-year-old who is a reluctant reader
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At Last, Jedi
Jarrett J. Krosoczka, Amy Ignatow
For the child navigating the bittersweet transition of finishing a big chapter and saying goodbye to friends while stepp
Ages 8–12
The Book You're Not Supposed to Have
Stephan Pastis
For the child who uses grand imagination to navigate life's restrictions, this hilarious finale celebrates staying true
Ages 8–12
Kiss and Spell
Suzanne Selfors
For the child grappling with a family reputation or feeling like they don't fit the mold, this magical mishap story cele
Ages 8–12
Magic and Other Misdemeanors
Michael Buckley
For the child learning to handle responsibility when the grown-ups are overwhelmed, this fractured fairy tale follows si
Ages 8–12
Remarkably Ruby
Terri Libenson
For the middle schooler navigating changing friendships and the pressure to fit in while staying true to their unique, p
Ages 8–12
Ralph S. Mouse
Beverly Cleary
For the child who feels the weight of high expectations or the pressure to perform, Ralph's school adventure explores th
Ages 7–12
Mob Fu Master
Zack Zombie
For the child who thinks things should come easy, follow Zombie as he learns that true skill comes from practice and gri
Ages 7–12
Big Nate: What's a Little Noogie Between Friends?
Lincoln Peirce
For the child who uses humor to navigate middle school mishaps, from losing streaks on the soccer field to the sting of
Ages 8–12
Insides Out
Zack Zombie
For the preteen who feels like their emotions are suddenly out of control. This blocky adventure helps kids navigate the
Ages 7–12
The Strange Case of Origami Yoda
Tom Angleberger
For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles to navigate middle school social circles, this funny story celebra
Ages 8–12
Fourth Grade Rats
Jerry Spinelli
For the child who feels pressured to act 'cool' or tough to fit in with friends. This humorous story explores the value
Ages 7–10
Clash
Kayla Miller
For the child feeling insecure about their place in a friend group when someone 'cooler' joins the class and starts winn
Ages 8–12
Restart
Gordon Korman
For the child grappling with a bad reputation or seeking a second chance, this story explores how losing your memory can
Ages 8–12
Owen Foote, Second Grade Strongman
Stephanie Greene
For the child feeling self-conscious about their body or nervous about an upcoming school physical, this story offers co
Ages 6–9
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce
For the child who feels like school is a series of hilarious traps and unfair rules, this collection offers a relatable
Ages 8–12
Big Nate: Hug It Out!
Lincoln Peirce
For the child who needs a laugh while navigating the messy, awkward, and often hilarious ups and downs of middle school
Ages 8–12
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Kusama Edition)
Lewis Carroll
For the child with a boundless imagination who loves to see the world differently. This luxury edition pairs a classic t
Ages 8–14
Necks Out for Adventure!
Timothy Basil Ering
For the child who feels a pull toward the unknown, this whimsical tale celebrates the courage it takes to step away from
Ages 4–8
Mallory and the Trouble with Twins
Ann M. Martin
For the young teen striving to prove their competence while managing a high-stress new responsibility. Mallory must navi
Ages 8–12
Judy Moody Was in a Mood
Megan McDonald
For the child navigating the ups and downs of third grade and those 'big' moods that sometimes feel hard to control.
Ages 6–10
Big Nate: Mr. Popularity
Lincoln Peirce
For the child navigating the highs and lows of middle school social hierarchies, from classroom rivalries to the chaos o
Ages 8–12
Changeling
William Ritter
For the child who wonders where they truly fit in or struggles with being compared to a sibling while navigating their o
Ages 8–12
First Prize for the Worst Witch
Jill Murphy
For the child who feels like they are always making mistakes but has a heart of gold. Mildred proves that kindness and i
Ages 7–10
Big Nate: Welcome to My World
Lincoln Peirce
Join sixth-grader Nate Wright, a detention record holder and aspiring cartoonist, as he tackles school, friends, and eve
Ages 8–12
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