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Funny chapter books to help engage a reluctant 8-year-old reader
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Peg Up a Tree
Billy Aronson
For the child who loves to tinker and solve problems, Peg and Cat use geometry and teamwork to figure out how to get dow
Ages 4–8
Recess Is Ruined
John Sazaklis
For the child who thrives on high-energy competition and loves a good underdog story when faced with a playground bully.
Ages 7–10
Amandina
Sergio Ruzzier
For the child who pours their heart into their passions even when no one is watching, or the shy soul finding the courag
Ages 4–8
Stanley Bagshaw and the Fourteen-Foot Wheel
Bob Wilson
For the child who loves to tinker and needs to know that even the biggest, messiest accidents can be solved with a bit o
Ages 5–9
Pinkie Pie and the Rockin' Ponypalooza Party!
G.M. Berrow
For the child who feels like the odd one out in their family, this story explores staying true to your bubbly self while
Ages 6–10
Kazam's Magic
Amy Ehrlich
For the child who gets frustrated when things don't go according to plan. Kazam's magical mishaps show that it is okay t
Ages 5–8
Fergus and Zeke and the Great Farm Field Trip
Kate Messner
For the child who loves field trip day but feels a little nervous about getting lost or separated from the group.
Ages 5–8
Gulliver's Travels
Jonathan Swift
For the curious child fascinated by perspective, this classic adventure explores how being small or large changes the wa
Ages 8–12
The Five Chinese Brothers
Claire Huchet Bishop
For the child exploring themes of justice or who enjoys seeing clever underdogs outwit authority figures using their own
Ages 4–8
Like Pickle Juice on a Cookie
Julie Sternberg
For the child navigating the heartache of a favorite person moving away, this gentle verse novel honors the big feelings
Ages 7–10
What's Cooking, Jenny Archer?
Ellen Conford
For the child with a big imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit who is ready to turn their creative ideas into a real
Ages 7–10
Camping is Not Very Ooh La La!
Poppy Harper
For the child who thinks family vacations are more 'ugh' than 'ooh la la.' A funny look at surviving sibling antics and
Ages 7–10
The Dragonsitter
Josh Lacey
For the child who is feeling overwhelmed by new responsibilities or has recently convinced their parents to get a pet th
Ages 6–10
Michael Townsend's Amazing Greek Myths of Wonder and Blunders
Michael Jay Townsend
For the reader who finds history dusty or difficult, these wacky comic retellings turn ancient myths into high-energy, l
Ages 8–12
Go Get Lagoona!
Misty von Spooks
For the child who loves adventure and needs to see that everyone's 'flaws' are actually their strengths when a team work
Ages 7–10
Petunia's Christmas
Roger Duvoisin
For the child who loves animals and wants to see goodness win. A determined goose uses her wits and creativity to save h
Ages 4–8
Mack Made Movies
Don Brown
For the child who loves making people laugh or wonders how movies are made, this playful look at the 'King of Comedy' ce
Ages 5–9
Where's the Easter Bunny?
Claire Schumacher
For the child who loves interactive play and solving mysteries, this vibrant search and find adventure turns the Easter
Ages 4–8
Arthur Babysits
Marc Brown
For the child who is nervous about a new responsibility or struggling to manage high-energy peers through creative think
Ages 4–8
Tomb of Brain Ooze
M. D. Payne
For the child who loves spooky thrills and monster-filled adventures, this fast-paced tale helps readers face scary situ
Ages 7–10
This Isn't What It Looks Like
Pseudonymous Bosch
For the child who feels invisible or the friend who doesn't know how to help when someone they love is going through a h
Ages 8–12
Judy Moody and the Bad Luck Charm
Megan McDonald
For the child who is feeling a bit unlucky or obsessed with superstition, Judy's 'lucky' winning streak offers a fun loo
Ages 6–10
Two for One
Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee
For the child who cherishes a friend with a completely different personality. Celebrate how opposites support each other
Ages 6–9
The Fourth Floor Twins and the Disappearing Parrot Trick
David A. Adler
For the young problem-solver who loves to work with friends, this early chapter book builds confidence as four neighbors
Ages 7–10
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