Humorous Stories - Kids Fiction

Witches, monsters, ghosts, and ghouls have come from far and wide, to have their hair made horrid and their faces uglified, because tonight is HALLOWEEN (October thirty-first), so all of them must do their best to look their very worst! A rollicking, rhyming text...

Hornbeam and his friends embark on three new larger-than-life adventures in the third book in the Hornbeam series, from the creators of the Gooseberry Park, Motor Mouse, and Mr. Putter and Tabby books! Hornbeam the moose, Eureka the goose, Cuddy the bull, and Adorabelle...

In this hilarious and heartwarming picture book, join Bob the vampire snail as he embraces his unique love of tomatoes, discovers new and peculiar sleeping talents, and forms an unexpected friendship. Bob was just a regular snail, that is until one fateful night that...

Molly and Bear go on a family camping trip in this second book in the Molly and the Bear middle grade graphic novel series based on the beloved comic strip "Bear with Me" by Bob Scott. Molly and her family are excited about their...

From New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Big Cheese and the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and written by critically acclaimed author Lucy Ruth Cummins comes a Halloween adventure for Sleepy Sheepy, all about learning when to blend in and when to stand...

Teach kids about adaptability with this humorous, empathy-building Level 2 Paw Prints Reader. More than anything, Cam loves to create art--he paints, he draws, he builds! What's more, his dad loves to display these creations proudly all over their walls!It's no surprise that, when...

In a starred review, Booklist called the Just Grace series "hilarious" and said, "Give this to . . . anyone looking for a funny book." Grace is a curious and well-meaning third-grader who occasionally gets into a little bit of trouble. This time, her...

Based on the PBS Kids and PBS Kids Amazon Prime animated preschool series Milo, this board book with sturdy tabs makes turning the pages fun and easy! Boys and girls ages 0-3 will love this illustrated tabbed board book with nine sturdy tabs that...

Moby heads to the pizza shop, where he will ninja kick and chop In this Level 1 reader series, Moby Shinobi is a very helpful ninja In this book, Moby Shinobi is making pizza at Papa Peppy's Pizza Shop. Moby tries to toss dough,...

Have you ever thought of taking a great big bite out of the moon? Follow the rich imagination of our inquisitive little heroine, Poppy June, as she launches an ambitious plan to head to the moon with...a spoon! A patient and loving mom gently...

The Argonauts are the greatest heroes in Greek mythology--brave, forthright, and selfless! Or ARE they? Dive into this funny, action-packed adventure and discover the real heroes: the monsters. Created by NYT bestselling author Joshua Pruett (Last Comics on Earth) and perfect for fans of...

Ronnie Anne once again has her hands full with her huge extended family plus all her friends in this latest collection of Casagrandes comics! The Casagrandes return with a new collection of hilarious adventures featuring Ronnie Anne, Bobby Santiago, and the rest of their...

A hilarious story about how far one little roll of toilet paper can go, framed by a fun animal cast and an adorable father-son duo.One sunny morning, something interesting is left behind in the woods. Is it a headband? A kite? A toy? No!...

"The Sock Junction"In this charming and imaginative tale, young Charlie embarks on a curious adventure after discovering that one of his socks has mysteriously vanished. What starts as an ordinary day quickly becomes an extraordinary journey into the unknown as Charlie begins to wonder...

Brianna Banana has the best secret in the history of Grade 3: she knows she is Helper of the Day! But when Miss Dee, a new substitute teacher, takes over her class and doesn't know anything about Helper of the Day, all Brianna's hopes...

JT the Robber by Maxwell's Playroom is a thrilling and imaginative children's adventure story that follows the cunning JT as he embarks on daring heists and tricky escapes. But as JT's escapades escalate, he soon discovers that there's more to life than outwitting the...

Big bears, Small bears, Calling one and all bears! Fast bears, Slow bears, Picnic-on-the-go bears. A humorous and inclusive rhyming text celebrating all kinds of bears and exploring opposites along the way. A jam-packed celebration of bears--from big and small and fast and slow...

In the tradition of Judy Blume, a contemporary coming-of-age middle-grade comedy for teens and tweens with the honest truth about the angst and uncertainty of pursuing your first real-life crush. In this laugh-out-loud, feel-good sequel to Worldwide Crush, superfan Millie grows out of her...

Our heroine's great grandma tells her, "Look before you leap! And think before you speak!" AND our heroine imply doesn't understand why her great grandma said this, and she doesn't understand what her great grandma meant by what she said. And so, our heroine...

Sam and her family are gearing up for shopping. Sam knows many ways to make shopping fun, such as finding hide-and-seek locations in the store and picking the vegetables you need to develop superpowers.Author: Robin TwiddyISBN-13: 9798765628447Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2025Pages: 48Format: Library...

Sam is ready to move! Whether she's building a box fort, checking the new home for monsters, or meeting her wizard neighbor, it's up to Sam to make sure her family's move goes smoothly.Author: Robin TwiddyISBN-13: 9798765628416Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2025Pages: 48Format: Library...

Sam and her family are going on vacation, so it's time to prep! That means Sam must repack after her parents, grab enough snacks for the journey, plan rainy day activities, and more. Follow along as Sam attempts to make this the best family...

Learn more about Daisy and Hazel's detecting process and unravel three brand-new mini-mysteries in this "jolly good fun" (Kirkus Reviews) short story companion to the Murder Most Unladylike series for "fans of Enola Holmes, Agatha Christie, and Stuart Gibbs" (School Library Journal). Daisy Wells...

Cosmos meets Diary of a Wimpy Kid in this new illustrated middle-grade fiction series that blends science with narrative I know what you're thinking. What makes an average 11-year-old kid qualified to tell you anything about the universe? Am I famous scientist? No. Am...

Do you know what happens when Jesus LAUGHS? When Jesus laughs, ALL of creation responds With dancing, spinning, jumping, leaping, and prancing, everyone is invited to have fun. Let's join together and transform the world one laugh at a time. Author: Latricia Edwards ScrivenISBN-10:...

Secrets, dysfunctional friendships, a girl who wants destroy him-or is in love with him--what's a boy to do? Will wants nothing more than quiet time to read his comic books. Unfortunately, between the mountain he must conquer every day to get to school, the...

Elmer loves practical jokes, and so does his cousin Wilbur. Until, that is, Wilbur's practical joke leaves him high and dry and Elmer and the other elephants have to come to the rescue and bring him back down to earth. This classic story is...

(Please note that this story was first published in 2016 as 'Gross Party Games')Find out what happens when Deepak, Hanna, Ben and strict Miss Stern find themselves at the grossest party ever held. Foul food and grotty games don't stop Miss Stern from being...

Fans of Louis Sachar will welcome the adventures of a contest-crazed seventh grader who uses his wits and way with words in hopes of winning a big cash prize to help his family avoid eviction. Benjamin is about to lose a whole lot more...

What happens when the Easter Bunny's magic malfunctions on Easter Eve?EASTER BUNNY BLUNDERS! is a playful tale of teamwork, perseverance, and unexpected heroes. Chaos threatens to derail the holiday when the Easter Bunny's magical basket-a portal to his bustling workshop-malfunctions on Easter Eve!This delightful...

Clue meets Knives Out for the younger set in this twisty-turny middle grade mystery-comedy with delightfully dry humor and impeccable plotting. Eleven-year-old orphan Nico Lombardi has been unfairly indentured at a remote mountain inn for five years now. Just as he gathers the courage...

Readers will adore shouting "There's something behind you!" in this simple yet hilarious read for all ages, where text and art tell two sides of the same story. A carefree dodo takes a gentle stroll through a very friendly jungle, across a very peaceful...

Author: Molly MurphyISBN-10: 1547616962ISBN-13: 9781547616961Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/02/2025Pages: 32Format: Hardcover

In this hilarious picture book about teamwork and accountability for fans of Dragons Love Tacos and the Food Group books, a lovable but self-absorbed knight tries to turn every night into Taco Night, to his entire village's dismay.In a kingdom full of busy, clever...

Author: K. E. LewisISBN-10: 0358683386ISBN-13: 9780358683384Publisher: Clarion BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/03/2025Pages: 40Format: Hardcover

A funny, suspenseful mystery and unlikely friendship story from New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman--perfect for fans of Swindle and Ungifted.Keenan has lived all over the world but nowhere quite as strange as Centerlight Island, which is split between the United States and...

In a cozy bakery glowing with warmth and sugary delights, a freshly baked gingerbread boy discovers what it truly means to be special. With sparkling blue sprinkle buttons and creamy white frosting, he should feel perfect. But one tiny flaw-a missing sprinkle-fills him with...

Honey, I Shrunk The Kids meets The Goonies in this hilarious, action-packed comedy adventure about four kids who accidentally shrink down to the size of LEGO minifigures and have to cross their gargantuan school! School can be deadly. At least, it is when you're...

In the world of fairy tales, everyone knows the story: a girl kisses a frog, and poof, it turns into a prince. But what if they've got it all wrong? Phillipe the Penguin knows the truth, and he's ready to share it-but at a...

Poop the Dragon is a mischievous troublemaker with a smelly twist! Wherever Poop goes, he leaves behind stinky surprises that wreak havoc across the land. No one is safe from his stinky presents! Hold your nose, even brave adventurers turn back when they smell...

A new book from the creator of Don't Push the Button! You better not draw in it!Larry has a new sketchbook--a magic one, where you "draw" using your finger to trace shapes. Tracing each shape makes something new happen on the next page! But...

GUMPER SHINES HIS LIGHT Who's your favorite superhero? Gumper the Rabbit once again teaches us we can use our differences as our strengths. Hop into Gumper's world and meet new animal friends in this beautifully hand illustrated adventure while discovering the strength of working...

Embark on a Journey of Imagination with My Yellow Umbrella My Yellow Umbrella by Chris Robertson is a vibrant celebration of creativity, hope, and the joy found in life's simple pleasures. This book is a heartfelt reminder of the beauty in our world. On...

A girl determined to ditch her goody-two-shoes image and the cool guy classmate she enlists to help her get more than they bargained for in this relatable and swoon-worthy middle grade rom-com. Sofia has had enough of everyone thinking she's sooo nice. "Sweet," "innocent,"...

In this hilarious illustrated middle grade novel in the vein of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes, a boy's time-travelling older self gives him an impossible mission: convince his class to be nice to...

A girl with a summer job at her family's amusement park crushes on a coworker who'd rather be working anywhere else in this fun and flirty middle grade rom-com. Fourteen-year-old Coco is Morty the Moose for the summer--the official mascot for her family's business,...

A swashbuckling tale of friendship, courage, and ghost pirates! Join twelve-year-old AJ and his friends on an epic adventure to find the long lost treasure of Captain Grayshark. When AJ and Jayden discover a gold coin washed up on the shore of Miami after...

When a speedy squirrel and a slow-moving sloth discover they want different things from their vacation, things do not go smoothly, but solving problems together is what counts.Finding a destination that best friends Sloth and Squirrel can agree on for their vacation is tough,...

Yum, Two, Three! is a fun rhyming concept board book all about counting from the superstar creators of My Mom Is Magical! and My Dad Is Amazing! Do you want one scoop of ice cream? Or two? Or . . . maybe three or...

These are Tolly Grimpen's Tales of Grot and Horror.Come with me if you dare and delve into the pages of this collection of horrid and chilling tales from the maniacal mind of Ian Billings, illustrated by the equally mad genius of Hunt Emerson.Read about...