If you're struggling to get your kid to put down the tablet and pick up a book, The Kingdom of Fantasy is your secret weapon. It's effectively a 'gateway drug' to reading. It doesn't ask the child to stare at a wall of black-and-white text; it treats the book like a piece of technology, with colors, smells, and hidden details that demand attention.

While it's not 'high literature,' it is high engagement. Geronimo Stilton is a relatable, slightly neurotic mouse who makes the fantasy genre feel accessible rather than intimidating. It's a thick book, which gives kids a massive sense of accomplishment when they finish it, even if half the pages are maps and illustrations.