Books About Reluctant Readers · 2 titles considered

The Best Reluctant Readers Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about reluctant readers? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

I Don't Want to Read This Book
I Hate Reading
The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Reluctant Readers

I Don't Want to Read This Book
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

I Don't Want to Read This Book

By Max Greenfield, Mike Lowery (Illustrator)

A reluctant reader faces the ultimate challenge: a book filled with words and paragraphs. Can laughter change their mind?

40 pages· 599 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 955 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
I Hate Reading
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$1248
Picture Book · Ages 1–5 · 2020

I Hate Reading

By Beth Bacon · Book #1 in the Reluctant Reader series

A humorous guide for reluctant readers.

112 pages· 888 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 301 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
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