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Funny chapter books to engage an 8-year-old who is a reluctant reader
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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
Now We Are Six
Alan Alexander Milne
For the child embracing the magic of growing up, these classic poems celebrate the whimsical transition from being a lit
Ages 4–8
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
Destination London
Michael Anthony Steele
For the child who loves high-tech gadgets and fast-paced adventures where kids save the day while navigating the relatab
Ages 8–12
Pish Posh
Ellen Potter
For the child who focuses on status or feels isolated by their own high expectations, this quirky mystery explores findi
Ages 8–12
Stink: Superhero Superfan
Megan McDonald
For the child finding their own interests while navigating family ties, this mystery uses comic book fun to spark critic
Ages 6–9
Cloudy with a Chance of Boys
Megan McDonald
For the girl navigating the confusing shift when classmates start dating and she wonders if she is ready for her first c
Ages 8–12
The Third Prince
Rachel Flynn
For the child who gets frustrated when things don't go exactly as planned. This funny fairy tale explores what happens w
Ages 7–10
Diary of a Worm
Doreen Cronin
For the child who feels small in a big world, this clever diary shows how even the tiniest creature has a unique perspec
Ages 4–8
Tom and the Siege
Tony Bradman
For the child who uses clever tricks and big imagination to avoid chores or school, only to find that real responsibilit
Ages 7–9
The Land of Green Ginger
Noel Langley
For the child who loves the magic of classic fairy tales and dreams of proving their bravery on a grand, whimsical quest
Ages 8–12
Werewolf Weekend
B. A. Frade, Stacia Deutsch
For the child stepping into big responsibilities for the first time. Mavis navigates the challenges of babysitting and l
Ages 8–12
Extra Large
Tyler Page
For the child navigating the complex feelings of being bigger than their peers, this graphic memoir explores body image,
Ages 8–12
Through the Looking-Glass
Lewis Carroll
For the child who loves to question the logic of the world and find the fun in the impossible. Discover a mirror-world w
Ages 8–14
The Princess in Black Takes a Vacation
Shannon Hale, Dean Hale
For the child who struggles to switch off their 'work' or responsibility mode. This story explores how even the busiest
Ages 5–8
I Can't Take You Anywhere!
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
For the child who feels like they are always in trouble for being clumsy or loud, even when they are trying their very b
Ages 4–8
Tom Ass, Or, The Second Gift
Ann Lawrence
For the child who needs to learn that hard work and a clever partner can transform even the laziest habits into a life o
Ages 8–12
Fantasy Fashion
Kelly McKain
For the creative child navigating the nerves of a big debut. This story celebrates finding your voice and managing the j
Ages 8–12
The Boy with Two Shadows
Margaret Mahy
For the child learning to balance their own needs with big responsibilities, this story explores the weight of helping o
Ages 4–8
Herbie Jones and the Monster Ball
Suzy Kline
For the child feeling the weight of high expectations, this story explores the balance between wanting to excel and simp
Ages 7–10
Zero Gravity
Dave Roman
For the child who wants to reinvent themselves or feels the pressure of a big reputation, this zany space adventure cele
Ages 8–12
Super Hair-o and the Barber of Doom
John Rocco
For the child who is nervous about their first haircut or worries that their strength comes from how they look rather th
Ages 4–8
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