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Funny chapter books to help engage a reluctant 8-year-old reader
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The Dangerous Alphabet
Neil Gaiman
For the child who finds magic in the shadows and beauty in the strange. This gothic alphabet adventure turns a scary sew
Ages 6–10
Clovis Keeps his Cool
Katelyn Aronson
For the child who struggles with a quick temper or feels provoked by others. Learn how a gentle bull uses mindfulness to
Ages 4–8
The Magic Porridge Pot
Brothers Grimm
For the child who delights in simple wishes coming true, this story explores the joyful chaos that follows when one magi
Ages 4–8
Miss Penny and Mr. Grubbs
Lisa Campbell Ernst
For the child learning to handle rivalry or competitive neighbors. Discover how Miss Penny turns a neighbor's sabotage i
Ages 4–8
The B.A.G. Back To School
Unknown
For the child feeling overwhelmed by unfair rules or a difficult new environment, this story explores finding friendship
Ages 8–12
Leroy Ninker Saddles Up
Kate DiCamillo
For the child with a big dream and a heart for animals, this story explores how caring for a pet brings both incredible
Ages 6–9
Arthur's Teacher Trouble
Marc Brown
For the child who is nervous about a strict new teacher or feels overwhelmed by a big academic challenge.
Ages 4–8
Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel
Nikki Grimes
For the child adjusting to a new home or school, this story celebrates the power of a bold personality to turn a grumpy
Ages 7–10
Ganesha's Sweet Tooth
Sanjay Patel, Emily Haynes
For the child who loves bold art and needs to see how a simple mistake, like a broken tooth, can lead to a creative mast
Ages 4–9
The Roman Soldier's Handbook
Lesley Sims
For the child eager to dive into history, this handbook offers a humorous, practical guide to life as a Roman soldier, p
Ages 8–12
Cock-A-Doodle Dudley
Bill Peet
For the child grappling with self-doubt when others question their talents. This story explores how true value comes fro
Ages 4–8
Ready, Freddy! Halloween Fraidy-Cat
Abby Klein
For the child who feels a little nervous about Halloween festivities or facing their fears, this story offers a gentle,
Ages 6–8
Also an Octopus
Maggie Tokuda-Hall
For the child who loves to create but sometimes gets stuck on where to begin, this whimsical story celebrates imaginatio
Ages 6–9
Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods that Make My Day
Jamie Lee Curtis
For the child who experiences a rollercoaster of emotions and needs to know that it is perfectly okay to feel happy, cra
Ages 4–8
Oliver Moon and the Spider Spell
Sue Mongredien
For young readers ready to dive into a world of magic, this book encourages bravery when things go wrong and perseveranc
Ages 6–9
Worse Than the Worst
James Stevenson
For families navigating the quirks of difficult relatives, this humorous tale explores how a visit from Warren tests eve
Ages 6–8
Sir Cumference and the First Round Table
Cindy Neuschwander
For the child who loves solving puzzles or needs a little help seeing how math works in the real world.
Ages 6–11
How to Be Human: A Bear's Guide
Sophia Kolinas
For the child noticing changes in the natural world or feeling like they have to change who they are to fit into a new e
Ages 4–8
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
Judi Barrett
For the child with a vivid imagination who loves to ask 'what if?', this classic tale turns the weather into a delicious
Ages 4–8
Chips, Beans and Limousines
Leila Rasheed
For the child dreaming of a life beyond their current circumstances, this funny story explores big ambitions, family qui
Ages 8–12
Spicy Spicy Hot!
Lenny Wen
For the child who wants to feel grown up at the dinner table and share in their family's traditions even when it is a li
Ages 4–8
Lousy Rotten Stinkin' Grapes
Margie Palatini
For the child who struggles with big plans that don't go their way. A hilarious look at how we sometimes pretend we didn
Ages 4–8
Worlds Collide
Chris Colfer
For the reader ready to say goodbye to a beloved world, this finale offers a high-stakes adventure about choosing your d
Ages 8–12
Sparky!
Jenny Offill
For the child who feels pressured to be the fastest or best, this story celebrates the beauty of slow-moving friendship
Ages 4–8
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