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Funny chapter books to engage an 8-year-old who is a reluctant reader
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My Nights at the Improv
Jan Siebold
For the child who struggles with perfectionism and a need for control, this story shows how 'yes, and' can turn anxiety
Ages 8–12
Ivy's Ever After
Dawn Lairamore
For the child who is starting to question traditional roles and wants to see a hero who takes charge of her own destiny
Ages 8–12
The Legendary Mo Seto
A. Y. Chan
For the child who feels the weight of high expectations and is searching for a way to honor their family while staying t
Ages 8–12
Your Brain Is Amazing: How the Human Mind Works
Esperanza Habinger
For the curious child asking how they think and feel, this engaging guide breaks down the science of the brain with humo
Ages 7–10
Dog Rules
written and illustrated by Jef Czekaj
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit the mold: a hilarious look at finding your own way when your family lo
Ages 4–8
Ergo
Alexis Deacon
For the child starting to ask big questions about what is real and how they fit into the wide world beyond their own fro
Ages 4–8
Jackrabbit McCabe & the Electric Telegraph
Lucy Margaret Rozier
For the child fascinated by record-breakers and how things work, this tall tale explores the moment human speed met the
Ages 4–9
It Takes Guts: How Your Body Turns Food Into Fuel (and Poop)
Jennifer Gardy
For the curious kid who wants to know exactly what happens to their lunch. This humorous guide explains the science of d
Ages 8–12
Hubert's Hair Raising Adventure
Bill Peet
For the child who feels a little too proud of their appearance or needs a laugh when a 'quick fix' for a problem turns i
Ages 4–8
Villain's Lair
Wendelin Van Draanen
For the child who loves high energy escapades and needs a boost of courage. This zany tale shows that even ordinary kids
Ages 8–12
Big Brain Book: How It Works and All Its Quirks
Leanne Boucher Gill
For the child who asks a million questions about why they feel, think, and act the way they do: this guide makes complex
Ages 8–12
Ol' Bloo's Road to Show Business
Jan Huling
For the child who feels overlooked or worries about growing older, this swampy adventure celebrates finding a new purpos
Ages 4–8
One Word from Sophia
Jim Averbeck
For the child who uses big words to get what they want. Help your little negotiator understand that simple, heartfelt ho
Ages 4–8
Seeing Cinderella
Jenny Lundquist
For the child navigating the complicated social landscape of middle school who wishes they could understand what their f
Ages 8–12
SumoKitty
David Biedrzycki
For the child who struggles with focus or feels discouraged when they fail, this playful story uses a determined cat to
Ages 5–9
What To Do About Alice?
Barbara Kerley
For the child who feels too big for their britches or struggles with 'proper' behavior. This lively biography celebrates
Ages 4–9
The Bad Luck Chair
Sue Wilkowski
For the child who feels like a magnet for mishaps and struggles to speak up in a crowd.
Ages 8–12
Dinosaurs Are Not Extinct: Real Facts About Dinosaurs
Drew Sheneman
For the child who loves dinosaurs but thinks they are all gone, this witty guide reveals the surprising truth about the
Ages 4–8
Adios Oscar!
Peter Elwell
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit the mold, this funny story about a moth with monarch dreams celebrates
Ages 4–8
Owl Boy
Brian Schatell
For the child who gets so swept up in their passions that they start to lose themselves. A funny look at balancing inten
Ages 4–8
The Rhino in Right Field
Stacy DeKeyser
For the child navigating the pressure of high expectations while trying to carve out their own path, this 1948 tale blen
Ages 8–12
Cheesie Mack Is Cool in a Duel
Steve Cotler
For the child feeling nervous about their first overnight camp experience or navigating the social 'codes' of making new
Ages 8–12
Willy the Scrub
Jamie McEwan
For the child who feels like they aren't 'good' at sports or struggles to find where they fit in, this story follows fri
Ages 8–12
Puppy Power
Judy Cox
For the child who struggles with being too bossy or needs to learn that cooperation and patience get better results than
Ages 7–10
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