9 Picture Books for the Reluctant Young Reader

For a bookworm parent, nothing is more disheartening than a child who doesn't care about reading. My son Forrest was disinterested in books for quite a while--he struggled to sit still long enough to make it through a picture book together, and he often acted bored even when he did sit and listen.

But I think I finally hit the magic formula that made reading exciting for him: books that have the perfect blend of silly story, enticing illustrations, and interaction with the reader to keep his interest. I'm so happy to say that Forrest loves reading now (and I only hope I can keep it that way!).

Here are 9 of our favorite picture books that are fun for both reader and listener alike, and might just help coax a reluctant reader to give books another shot.