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Best Books for Reluctant Readers (K-6)
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items I frequently get asked the question, “What books would you recommend for my kid who doesn't like to read?” I have a theory that the only people who don't like reading are just the people who haven't found the right genre of books yet. Here are some g...
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Graphic Novels
Fascinating NonFiction
Mirrors and Windows
Reader Resources
Graphic Novels
Highly illustrated, these are a great intro to the love of reading.
Good luck finding a kid who doesn't love the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books! And for good reason. They're hilarious and have a timeless feel to them.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
Such a quirky series. Funny and silly, these are a quick read and the engrossing illustrations will keep your kid searching for details.
The Treehouse Books
The premise of these is ridiculous--a police officer with a dog's head and human body. Silly and funny, most kids love Dog Man and Cat Kid and their crazy adventures.
Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey
Captain Underpants is another silly series, but the core message of friendship is actually really sweet.
Captain Underpants
For the comics-obsessed kid
Big Nate
Fast-paced and fun, the Geronimo Stilton books follow an adventurous mouse around the world.
Geronimo Stilton
Fascinating NonFiction
Some kids prefer to learn about true subject matters over fiction stories, and that's just fine!
My kiddos absolutely love the Science Comics series! There are a wide variety of topics, so whatever your kid is into, you can probably find a title.
Science Comics
Such a fun read for any kid who's interested in biology and the human body.
Human Body Theater: A Non-Fiction Revue by Maris Wicks
A great series for kids who like to learn about people in the past!
Who Was? series
A great history series for kids.
What Was? series
Kids who travel through time to learn about fascinating events and things in the past.
Magic Tree House
This adorable and hilarious book has fun and interesting facts about predators--sure to delight any kid who's into animals.
How to Promenade with a Python (and Not Get Eaten) (Polite Predators) by Rachel Poliquin and illustrated by Kathryn Durst
Mirrors and Windows
Kids need to both see themselves in books (mirrors) and see the world outside of their own (windows). Here are some books and resources to widen and diversify their reading.
We Need Diverse Books (WNDB) is a group started by authors and publishing professionals committed to supporting, encouraging, and promoting diverse authors. They offer numerous wonderful resources!
We Need Diverse Books
Reader Resources
Books-A-Million is a great alternative for print books, ebooks, and more.
BAM! Books, Toys & More | Books-A-Million Online Book Store
I've had my Kindle Paperwhite for years now, after being one of those people who said that you could pry paper books out of my cold dead hands. Well, consider me a humbled convert. I love the way that I can carry my TBR pile around with me. I love th...
Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB) – Now with a 6.8" display and adjustable warm light – Black
If you like to read on your iPhone, Apple Books offers the best app for reading.
Apple Books
Buying books through bookshop.org is a great way to support local independent bookstores!
Bookshop: Buy books online. Support local bookstores.
If you love listening to audiobooks, Audible is a great option. They have a ton of titles that you have access to on an unlimited basis, and then you can also choose a new book each month to keep. You can get a month's free trial to decide if you lik...
Audible - Get Access to a Huge Catalog of Audiobooks
I love to support my local library! And I love listening to audiobooks and downloading e-books through the Libby app. Yes, I have to be patient on the waiting list, but it's a great way to read a lot of books on a budget if you're a bibliophile like ...
Download the Libby App: ebooks & audiobooks FREE from your library
You can find some great audiobook deals on Chirp, and if you don't feel like committing to a subscription, it's a good option for audiobooks.
Chirp | The Best Audiobook Deals Without A Subscription Fee
Yes, I'm that weirdo who has multiple tablets to read on. I prefer my Kindle for nighttime reading and travel. I prefer reading on my iPad during the day and for books that I need to be able to zoom in on (like, say, a map of a manor house where some...
Apple iPad (10th Generation): with A14 Bionic chip, 10.9-inch Liquid Retina Display, 64GB, Wi-Fi 6, 12MP front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life – Pink
I'm an avid reader, so I joined Barnes & Noble's premium membership plan. You save 10% on books, free shipping, as well as exclusive discounts and goodies.
Barnes & Noble | NOOK eReaders
Good e-book and audiobook option!
Rakuten Kobo
Another good e-book option
Books on Google Play