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Funny chapter books to help engage a reluctant 8-year-old reader
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How to Catch a Dinosaur
Adam Wallace
For the child who loves to tinker and dream big. This high-energy rhyming story celebrates the joy of building, testing,
Ages 4–10
Friends and Foes
Eddie Pittman
For the child who feels like an outsider or is learning to navigate group dynamics. Red must find her place among a chao
Ages 8–12
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Dean Robbins
For the child who notices when things aren't fair and wants to know how one person can change the world through persiste
Ages 4–8
Monster Baker
Laura Lavoie
For the child who feels discouraged when things don't go perfectly on the first try, Tillie the monster shows how to tur
Ages 4–8
I'm Batgirl!
Tracey West
For the child finding their own voice when others doubt them, this action-packed reader follows Barbara Gordon as she pr
Ages 4–8
The Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party
Sharon M. Draper
For the child who loves to take charge but finds that even the best-laid plans can go hilariously awry.
Ages 7–10
Dessert Island
Ben Zhu
For children learning about the balance between having enough and having too much, this playful pun shows how resources
Ages 4–8
What to Do When You're Sent to Your Room
Ann Stott
For the child who turns every consequence into an adventure. This dryly funny guide shows how one boy masters the 'art'
Ages 4–8
Cryptids Island
Max Brallier
For the curious explorer who loves solving mysteries and hunting for mythical beasts. This hybrid adventure makes readin
Ages 6–10
So You Want to Catch Bigfoot?
Jamie Michalak
For the curious explorer who dreams of discovering hidden wonders in the woods. This humorous field guide turns a legend
Ages 6–9
The Incredible Book Eating Boy
Oliver Jeffers
For the child who wants to know everything right now. This quirky tale explores the difference between consuming informa
Ages 4–8
Jacky Ha-Ha Gets the Last Laugh
James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein
For the child who feels like a fish out of water or worries their natural talents aren't enough when compared to 'expert
Ages 8–12
Sneezenesia
Deb Lucke
For the child who gets a little frustrated when they forget a rule or a skill, this silly story turns memory loss into a
Ages 4–8
Casey at the Bat
Ernest Lawrence Thayer
For the child learning to handle high-stakes pressure and the disappointment of a big mistake. This classic poem explore
Ages 5–10
Arthur's Perfect Christmas
Marc Tolon Brown
For the child who feels overwhelmed by holiday expectations and needs a reminder that the best celebrations are often th
Ages 4–8
Stink: Solar System Superhero
Megan McDonald
For the child who feels overlooked because of their size, this funny adventure explores standing up for what is fair whi
Ages 6–9
Teach Your Buffalo to Play Drums
Audrey Vernick
For the child who jumps from one hobby to the next and the caregiver helping them find their rhythm through patience and
Ages 4–8
Sean Wants to Be Messi
Tanya Preminger
For the child who dreams of being a superstar but needs a gentle reminder that even the greatest athletes have to tackle
Ages 5–8
Attack of the Beastly Babysitter
R. L. Stine
For the child who enjoys being in the driver's seat and needs a thrill. This interactive tale helps kids process the com
Ages 8–12
The Incredible Shrinking Squad!
Lucy Rosen
For the early reader who loves big action and heroic rescues, this leveled reader builds confidence through a high-stake
Ages 6–8
Red, White, Blue and Uncle Who?
Teresa Bateman
For the curious child asking why the Liberty Bell is cracked or who Uncle Sam really is. This engaging guide brings Amer
Ages 7–12
Four Eyes
Kate McMullan
For the child who is nervous about getting glasses or worried they will look different to their friends. A gentle story
Ages 5–8
The Super Awful Superheroes of Classroom 13
Honest Lee, Matthew J. Gilbert
For the child who loves silliness and needs to see that even 'perfect' solutions like superpowers can lead to hilarious,
Ages 6–10
Tyrone the Horrible
Hans Wilhelm
For the child who needs a boost of courage and a clever strategy to handle a playground bully who won't leave them alone
Ages 4–8
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