Children's Books for Parents and Teachers
Funny

Nowadays, both teachers and children are often concerned–even overwhelmed–with serious issues. So, from time to time a laughter break can help liven up the school day and lighten everyone’s load. The titles reviewed here are guaranteed to tickle the funny bone.

“Hi, Pizza Man!” - Book Cover
Publisher: Orchard Paperbacks, 1995

This book contains a greeting game that can send your students into a whirlwind of imagination. Vivian is hungry and tired of waiting for her pizza to arrive. “Where, oh where is that pizza man?” she wonders. When he arrives, she plans to say, “Hi, Pizza Man!” But to pass the time while they’re waiting for the pizza, Mama asks, what if a dinosaur knocks on the door? What will Vivian say then?


Airmail to the Moon - Book Cover
Publisher: Holiday House, 1988

Ore Mae Cotton of Crabapple Orchard loses a tooth and searches for the “no good varmint” who stole it.


Alphabet from Z to A (with Much Confusion Along the Way) - Book Cover

There is lots of confusion in the English language. Some words sound alike but are not spelled alike. Some letters have no sound at all. This vocabulary builder reminds us that humor can be found even in an English lesson!


Bark, George - Book Cover

“Bark,” instructs George’s mother, but he responds, “Meow!” The problem is, George is a dog. So his mother repeats, “Bark.” But George responds, “Quack-quack.” Finally, George has to go to the vet, where he learns to bark. (But there’s still a surprise ending.)


But Not the Hippopotamus - Book Cover
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing

Serious silliness for all ages. Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages.


Code of the Clans (Warriors Series) - Book Cover

The secrets behind the warrior code will finally be revealed. An ominous sign from StarClan that signaled the need to patrol borders . The unexpected help from a warrior ancestor that cemented the importance of elders. A secret coup that led to a deputy’s new role. A medicine cat’s pleas that stopped a spree of interClan bloodshed and many more never-before-told stories!


Dirt on My Shirt - Book Cover
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

In this hilarious collection of poems, comedian Jeff Foxworthy creates a neighborhood filled with fun, family, friends, and more. Here you’ll meet Cousin Lizzy, Uncle Ed and Aunt Foo Foo, cows with horns that don’t go beep, dads in sweaters, also sheep. From the thrill of flying to the imaginary planet Woosocket to bonding with a friend over a shared hatred of spinach, these poems capture the very essence of being a kid. Filled with sly humor and always affectionate, Dirt on My Shirt is sure to delight kids, …


Dogs on the Bed - Book Cover

These dogs, these dogs! They’ll take over your space — but can’t be beat for warmth — as celebrated in this spirited story with humorous illustrations.

What’s a family to do when the bed is overrun by dogs? Move over, of course! In this rollicking, rhyming romp, Mom, Dad, and the kids settle in for a peaceful story before sleep — but their canine companions have other plans. Dog owners will recognize the familiar shenanigans pets engage in at bedtime: stretching out sideways, barking at outside noises no one else can …


Don’t Fidget a Feather! - Book Cover
Publisher: Simon & Schuster, 1994

Here’s the ultimate book on competition! Duck and Gander challenge one another to see who can freeze in place the longest. Nothing makes them move, not even Fox who stuffs them into a bag and takes them home for dinner.


Don’t Make Me Laugh - Book Cover
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1999

Mr. Frimdimpny, an alligator, has made up some unusual rules. Rule #1, “Do Not Laugh!” is followed by Rule #2, “Do Not Even Smile.” If a reader breaks a rule, he or she must go back to the front of the book and begin reading again. Just try not to chuckle.


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