We all need a good laugh sometimes—or lots of times! Creating nostalgic memories wrapped around literacy is a huge part of creating life-long readers and learners—and laughing together is a terrific way to do that. These fun books will have you and your readers giggling together as you read these stories over and over.
The Book with No Pictures by B.J. Novak
A book with no pictures sounds serious and boring… but not this one! In this hilarious book, whatever words the book includes, the reader has to read—even if that means saying nonsense words and crazy statements and even a whole page of ridiculous sounds! Kids and parents will not be able to get through this book without plenty of laughs!
Stuck by Oliver Jeffers
When Floyd’s kite gets stuck in a tree, he throws his shoe into the tree to knock it down. But the shoe gets stuck! That shoe is followed by his other shoe, and then a ladder, a cat, a mailman, and even a whale! How will Floyd ever get his kite (and all the other creatures, objects, and people) out of the tree? Just wait for the funny twist at the end!
The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith, illustrated by Katz Cowley
I was walking down the road and I saw… a donkey with all kinds of crazy quirks! Turns out this donkey is winky, wonky, lanky, honky-tonky, cranky, and more! This cumulative story will have you laughing out loud!
Attack of the Underwear Dragon by Scott Rothman, illustrated by Pete Oswald
All Cole wants is to become a knight of the round table. After writing a letter to a knight, he becomes an assistant knight—until an underwear dragon destroys the kingdom! Will Cole be able to save the day? The clever text, rhymes, and voice of this book make it a great choice for a good giggle!
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins
On Penelope Rex’s first day of school, she eats her classmates—gulp! After her teacher convinces her to spit them up, Penelope still can’t seem to make friends. Then the classroom goldfish tries to eat HER—and Penelope’s perspective changes!
Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang, illustrated by Max Lang
Jim Panzee is not grumpy, even though everyone says he is. It’s such a beautiful day, they say— you shouldn’t be grumpy! But no matter what they tell him to do, Jim just can’t shake the grumpy feeling… until he finally admits to himself that he actually is grumpy. And that maybe that’s okay.
I’m a Unicorn by Helen Yoon
In this cute story, a calf—born with one horn—is convinced it’s a unicorn! But the more it studies the requirements of a unicorn, the more discouraged it becomes. What if it’s not a unicorn after all? Real unicorns finally clear up the confusion!
I Want my Hat Back by Jon Klassen
Bear has lost his hat, but none of the woodland creatures seem to have seen it… or have they? This fun story includes a ironic twist at the end that will keep readers (and parents) giggling!
Counting to Bananas by Carrie Tillotson, illustrated by Estrela Lourenço
Banana tries to create a counting book all about fruit, but animals keep sneaking in! Will Banana ever get its time in the spotlight? This story is perfect for learning numbers—and laughing!
Lou by Breanna Carzoo
Fire hydrant Lou knows there may be greatness inside her, but every day, animals treat her like a ….toilet. Maybe they’re right, after all– until a surprising local fire shows Lou (and everyone else) that she’s capable of much, much more!