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Funny chapter books to engage an 8-year-old who is a reluctant reader
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Tyler on Prime Time
Steve Atinsky
For the child who wonders what happens when the cameras stop rolling, this story explores the grit and excitement behind
Ages 8–12
Confessions from the Principal's Kid
Robin Mellom
For the child who feels defined by their parents' jobs, this story explores finding your own voice while navigating the
Ages 8–12
All About the Brain
Dr. Gabriel Dabscheck
For the child who wonders how they remember their toys or why their heart beats. A pediatric neurologist explains the am
Ages 5–10
The Outlandish Adventures of Liberty Aimes
Kelly Easton
For the child who feels small or controlled, this whimsical adventure follows a girl reclaiming her size and her voice w
Ages 8–12
Dr. Seuss: The Great Doodler
Kate Klimo
For the child who loves to doodle on every scrap of paper: discover how a boy who couldn't stop drawing grew up to chang
Ages 5–8
Olivia Bean: Trivia Queen
Donna Gephart
For the child who feels like their family is changing and finds comfort in facts and logic. Olivia uses her love of triv
Ages 8–12
Operation Underpants
Mark A. Biggs
For the child who has ever felt like they wanted to disappear after a social blunder, this story offers a hilarious path
Ages 8–12
Charlie Collier: Snoop for Hire
John Madormo
For the curious child who loves cracking codes and solving riddles, this mystery provides the perfect outlet for their l
Ages 8–12
The Legend of Hobart
Heather Mullaly
For the child who feels small or overlooked and needs to see that true heroism is about character, not just big muscles
Ages 8–12
The Voyage to Magical North
Claire Fayers
For the child searching for their place in the world and needing the courage to define their own destiny beyond others'
Ages 8–12
Another World
Cube Kid, Pirate Sourcil
For the child who feels like an underdog but dreams of doing something great. This humorous graphic novel shows that eve
Ages 8–12
The Tarpeian Rock
Alexis E. Fajardo
For the child who loves epic journeys but feels the weight of sibling competition, this mythic adventure explores findin
Ages 8–12
Nat for Nothing
Maria Scrivan
For the child who feels like they haven't found 'their thing' yet, Natalie's relatable quest to find a talent highlights
Ages 8–12
My Little Monster-Sitter
Stefan Petrucha
For the child feeling pressure to fit into family expectations, this spooky-silly adventure explores finding your own id
Ages 7–12
Big Nate: Destined for Awesomeness
Lincoln Peirce
For the student who feels constantly misunderstood by teachers and needs a laugh about the daily chaos of middle school
Ages 8–12
Best Friends for Never
Colleen AF Venable
For the middle-grade reader navigating changing social circles and the sting of being left out, this story balances high
Ages 8–12
Henry Winkler: A Little Golden Book Biography
Betsy Groban
For the child who struggles with reading or feels they aren't smart enough, this biography shows how one boy's biggest c
Ages 8–12
Dewey Fairchild, Sibling Problem Solver
Lorri Horn
For the child who feels like their siblings are their biggest challenge. A precocious boy turns annoying brother and sis
Ages 8–12
E-Z Dickens Superhero
Cathy McGough
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big changes or new expectations, this story explores how to handle power with wis
Ages 7–10
Path of the Diamond
Cube Kid, Pirate Sourcil
For the child who feels stuck in a pre-determined path: follow a young villager who dares to defy expectations and pursu
Ages 8–12
The Bark of the Bog Owl
Jonathan Rogers
For the child who feels overlooked or small, discovering that true greatness comes from courage and character rather tha
Ages 8–12
The Wimp Versus the Bullies
Jim Bennett
For the child feeling small in the face of school playground drama, this diary-style story provides a relatable path tow
Ages 8–12
Auntie Kristina's Guide to Asian American Activism
Anna Michelle Wang, Jenessa Joffe, Kristina Wong, Theodore Chao
For the young person who wants to help their community but isn't sure how to start, this guide makes social justice feel
Ages 8–12
The Effects of Pickled Herring
Alex Schumacher
For the child navigating the stress of a big milestone while a loved one's memory begins to fade. A heartfelt look at de
Ages 8–12
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