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title: 'Video: How to choose books for kids who struggle with reading'
description: It’s important for kids to read, even if they have trouble with it. Watch as an expert explains how to choose books for struggling readers.
slug: video-how-to-choose-books-for-children-who-struggle-with-reading
author: The Understood Team
published: '2019-10-14T18:27:22.749Z'
thumbnail: https://cdn-images.understood.org/p0qf7j048i0q/40Aq1F5SNu23CemUwHeDEs/d6878107fd972c2770f4976736214ec3/Choosing_books_for_kids_who_struggle_thumbnail.jpg
source_url: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/video-how-to-choose-books-for-children-who-struggle-with-reading
lang: en
---

# Video: How to choose books for kids who struggle with reading

Choosing the right book — at [the right reading level](https://www.understood.org/en/articles/4-steps-to-choosing-books-at-your-childs-reading-level) — can help kids improve their reading skills. Get tips from a reading specialist on how to choose books that will encourage your child to keep reading.

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