Is there a difference between a struggling and a reluctant reader?

You may wondering what is the difference between a reluctant or a struggling reader.  A reluctant reader is a child who does not enjoy reading. They may be a little below grade level but not drastically. Here is a perfect article I found Learning How to Read: 10 Ways to Help a Reluctant Reader (Parenting, 2018) The struggling reader is someone who needs some early intervention. Reading Rockets is one of my go-to websites to find information that I provide for parents and teachers alike.

 

Recently, I was asked by a parent that I tutor, “What are some good chapter books?” So I let her know which ones I enjoy but for a child who struggles with reading these four were my first suggestions.

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Henry and Mudge

Henry and his dog Mudge enter a snowman contest in this nineteenth Ready-to-Read book of their adventures. Written by Cynthia Rylant

Henry sees a sign about a snowman contest in the park! Can Henry, his father, and his big dog Mudge come up with the best snowman plan to win the contest?

Magic Treehouse

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! The author is Mary Pope Osborne

Where did the tree house come from?

Amelia Bedelia

Ever since Amelia Bedelia made her debut in 1963, young readers have been laughing out loud at the antics of this literal-minded but charming housekeeper. Written by Peggy Parish

From dressing the chicken to drawing the drapes, Amelia Bedelia does exactly what Mr. and Mrs. Rogers tell her to do. If things get a bit mixed up, well, that’s okay. When Amelia Bedelia is involved, everything always turns out perfectly in the end! This Level 2 I Can Read is perfect for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

“No child can resist Amelia [Bedelia] and her literal trips through the minefield of the English language—and no adult can fail to notice that she’s usually right when she’s wrong.”—The New York Times Book Review

Hank Zipzer Series

Here’s Henry is only one in a series of stories written by Henry Winkler

Hank stars the same Hank as in the bestselling Hank Zipzer series, only this time he’s in 2nd grade! Hank is a kid who doesn’t try to be funny, but he somehow always makes the kids in his class laugh. He’s pretty bad at memorizing stuff, and spelling is his worst subject. (But so are math and reading!) In the first book in this new series, Hank’s class is putting on a play, and Hank wants the lead part: Aqua Fly. But he freezes in his audition and can only buzz like a fly. His teacher creates a special part for Hank, a silent bookmark. This may seem like an insignificant role, but when his enemy, Nick McKelty, freezes during the performance, it’s up to Hank to save the play!

Recently, while catching up on my Facebook posts. A group I follow to help support children with dyslexia called Dyslexia Support – for parents of dyslexic children mentioned that they purchased some Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book recently for their child and they could not put it down.

A recent post that was written by Beth Sullivan, Reading and Writing Tutor she shared Do Graphic Novels count as “real reading?”

Beth states, that there are some up and downsides to graphic novels. However, as the parent that was looking for a book that would grab and keep their reluctant reader’s attention, I would say try it. As I tell my parents who ask, “what are some good books for my child?”  I always mention you need to first see if the book is at their level.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid series

Diary of a Wimpy Kid 12 Books Complete Collection Set Box of Books NEW Edition. Description: Titles in this collection: Diary Of a Wimpy Kid Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – Rodrick Rules Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – The Last Straw Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – Dog Days Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – The Ugly Truth Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – Cabin Fever Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – The Third Wheel Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – Hard Luck Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – The Long Haul Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – Old School Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – Double Down Diary Of a Wimpy Kid – Do-It-Yourself Book