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Funny chapter books to help engage a reluctant 8-year-old reader
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Josephine Wants to Dance
Jackie French
For the child who feels their true self doesn't match what others expect of them. Josephine follows her passion for ball
Ages 4–8
Leonard Bernstein
Mike Venezia
For the young music lover or aspiring performer, this lighthearted look at a legendary conductor shows how passion and h
Ages 7–11
The Becket List
Adele Griffin
For the child facing a big move or a major lifestyle shift, this story follows Becket as she turns city smarts into coun
Ages 8–12
Showoff
Gordon Korman
For the child who values loyalty above all else, especially when a beloved pet is unfairly blamed for a mistake they did
Ages 8–12
Captain Underpants and the Revolting Revenge of the Radioactive Robo-Boxers
Dav Pilkey
For the child who loves to laugh and needs a high-energy story that turns the traditional hero's journey into a wild, ti
Ages 7–10
Big Chickens Go to Town
Leslie Helakoski
For the child who feels overwhelmed by new environments or loud places. This silly adventure shows that even 'big chicke
Ages 4–8
Ripley Kool and the Investigators
Thomas Lockhaven
For the young problem-solver who loves to figure things out with friends, these lighthearted mysteries celebrate collabo
Ages 7–10
Nikki Tesla and the Traitors of the Lost Spark
Jess Keating
For the child who thrives on logic and invention, this high-stakes adventure celebrates thinking outside the box to save
Ages 8–12
Monkey Business
Virginia Vail
For the young animal lover learning that compassion involves hard work and messy mistakes. Val must balance her school g
Ages 8–12
Jada Sly, Artist & Spy
Sherri Winston
For the child processing a difficult loss or family mystery who finds strength and expression through drawing and creati
Ages 8–12
The Fantastic Freewheeler and the Mega Bot Attack
Molly Felder
For the child who loves action and wants to see heroes who look like them, this story shows how staying calm and working
Ages 7–10
Bird & Squirrel on the Run!
James Burks
For the child who struggles with big worries, this high-energy graphic novel shows how a goofy friend can help them face
Ages 7–10
The Case of the Midnight Rustler
John R. Erickson
For the child who loves a good laugh and needs to see that even 'experts' make mistakes, this western mystery proves tha
Ages 8–12
Oh, Kojo! How Could You! An Ashanti Tale
Verna Aardema
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'tricky' person in their life, this rhythmic tale shows how cleverness and persi
Ages 4–8
Survival of the Sparkliest!
Sarah Aronson
For the child feeling the pressure of final exams or big milestones, Isabelle's journey shows that even when magic goes
Ages 8–12
Chester van Chime Who Forgot How to Rhyme
Avery Monsen
For the child feeling frustrated when their words don't come out quite right or when they lose a skill they usually find
Ages 4–8
Zits from Python Pit
M. D. Payne
For the adventure seeker who loves a side of silliness with their scares. Help your child overcome 'the ick' with this h
Ages 7–10
Fairest of All
Sarah Mlynowski
For the child adjusting to a big move who needs a reminder that even when things go wrong, you have the power to fix the
Ages 8–12
Lily Quench and the Black Mountains
Natalie Jane Prior
For the child who needs to find their inner strength when the odds are stacked against them. Lily faces a perilous quest
Ages 8–12
Phoebe and the Spelling Bee
Barney Saltzberg
For the child who struggles with rote memorization or feels anxious about school tests, Phoebe shows how a splash of cre
Ages 4–8
Will You Please Feed Our Cat?
James Stevenson
For children who find their first household chores overwhelming, Grandpa's wild tall tale about a chaotic pet-sitting jo
Ages 4–8
Shelly's Plan
Karl Woodhouse
For the child who dreams of big adventures and sparkly treasures, this rhyming romp celebrates the power of dreaming big
Ages 6–8
Revenge of the Christmas Angels
Jennifer Ziegler
For the child who loves a bit of holiday chaos and sibling solidarity when things don't go as planned.
Ages 8–12
One Halloween Night
Mark Teague
For the child who feels like luck is never on their side, this story shows how a string of mishaps can turn into a night
Ages 4–8
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