These books are fast-paced, funny, and immediately gripping — ideal for reluctant or wiggly readers who need a strong hook from page one Diary of a Wimpy Kid – Jeff Kinney Short chapters, cartoons on every page, and laugh-out-loud moments make this a gateway series for kids who think books are boring. The Mummy in the Attic – Mitch Mitchell A spooky-fun mystery packed with humour, danger, and a creepy attic surprise — perfect for kids who love Goosebumps-style thrills witho