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Funny chapter books to engage an 8-year-old who is a reluctant reader
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Who Is Ilona Maher?
Ellen Labrecque, Who HQ
For children learning to love their own strength and uniqueness, this biography follows Olympic rugby star Ilona Maher's
Ages 8–12
The Frog Prince, Continued
Jon Scieszka
For the child who enjoys questioning 'happily ever after' and appreciates a wink and a nod toward the messy reality of b
Ages 5–10
Spy Kids: Junior Novel
Megan Stine
For the child who feels like their parents are keeping secrets or that they're underestimated, this high-energy mission
Ages 8–12
Happy Sometimes
Cari Meister
For the child learning that it's okay to feel a range of emotions, this chapter book explores how happiness isn't the on
Ages 6–9
Flashcards of My Life
Charise Mericle Harper
For the middle-grade reader navigating the messy transitions of growing up, changing friendships, and the search for the
Ages 8–12
Agnes Parker... Happy Camper?
Kathleen O'Dell
For the child feeling anxious about being separated from their best friend or navigating tricky social dynamics at summe
Ages 8–12
The Boy Who Swam with Piranhas
David Almond
For the child feeling overwhelmed by family instability, this whimsical tale follows Stan's journey to find his own cour
Ages 8–12
Stonewall Hinkleman and the Battle of Bull Run
Tom Angleberger, Michael Hemphill
For the child who finds history boring or feels forced into their parents' hobbies, this time-travel adventure turns a d
Ages 8–12
Unbearable!
Paul Jennings
For the child who loves the gross, the weird, and the wonderful. These quirky short stories use supernatural twists to e
Ages 8–12
Makes Up for Lost Time
Seymour Simon
For the child who loves to ask 'how does that work?' these short mysteries empower young readers to solve cases using re
Ages 8–12
The Boy with Big Decisions
Helen Rutter
For the child who struggles with 'what-ifs' and overthinking, this interactive journey lets readers practice making big
Ages 8–12
Mia's Life: Sister Disaster
Mia Fizz
For the child navigating the highs and lows of digital fame while trying to stay true to themselves and their real-life
Ages 8–12
Lizzie for President
Disney Book Group
For the child navigating the tricky balance between growing popularity and staying true to their friends during school c
Ages 8–12
Dinosaur Boy
Cory Putman Oakes
For the child who feels like they don't fit in, this adventure celebrates how our most unusual traits can become our gre
Ages 8–12
Herbert Hated Being Small
Karla Kuskin
For the child who feels like the odd one out because of their height or appearance. A rhythmic look at how perspective c
Ages 4–8
Virtual Cody
Betsy Duffey
For the child who feels their life is too ordinary or worries they don't have a special talent to share with the class.
Ages 7–10
Be a Perfect Person in Just Three Days!
Stephen Manes
For the child who feels the heavy pressure to be flawless or struggles with the messiness of growing up. A funny look at
Ages 7–11
Burning Magic
Joshua Khan
For the child grappling with a changing identity or the weight of family expectations while finding their own path and t
Ages 8–12
Santa from Cincinnati
Judi Barrett
For the child who wonders where Santa comes from, this imaginative origin story shows how even a regular baby can grow i
Ages 4–8
Maggy Scraggle Loves the Beautiful Ice-cream Man
Jill McDonald
For the child who compares their appearance to others, this quirky tale follows a witch who learns that magic can't buy
Ages 4–8
Short & Skinny
Mark Tatulli
For the child who feels small for their age or worries about fitting in. Mark navigates body image and bullying through
Ages 8–12
Arnold of the Ducks
Mordicai Gerstein
For the child who feels like a fish out of water or the little explorer wondering where they truly fit in.
Ages 4–8
This Journal Belongs to Indi
Stephanie True Peters
For the child navigating the ups and downs of a blended family, this modern diary captures the humor and heart of findin
Ages 8–12
The Wallypug of Why
G. E. Farrow
For the inquisitive child who never stops asking why, this whimsical classic turns endless curiosity into a grand advent
Ages 8–12
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