Humorous Stories - Kids Fiction

Splat the Cat makes the most of a rainy spring day--by taking up gardening! What could possibly wrong? Oopsie-daisy!When Splat's friend Seymour finds a seed, Splat decides to plant it. But when it blooms, will it be as amazing as the eager new gardeners...

Marley's family is invited on a tour of the firehouse Marley wasn't formally invited, but he decides to show up anyway. What will Marley's paws land in this time?Author: John GroganISBN-10: 0062074830ISBN-13: 9780062074836Publisher: HarperCollinsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/21/2012Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.16lbsSize: 8.96h x 6.05w x 0.07dAccelerated...

When Marley's family visits Uncle Bob's farm, Cassie turns out to be an excellent farmhand but Marley just seems to get in the way. Surely there's something Marley can do to help Author: John GroganISBN-10: 0061989371ISBN-13: 9780061989377Publisher: HarperCollinsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2011Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 8.76h...

For fans of Lemony Snicket's Series of Unfortunate Events and Trenton Lee Stewart's Mysterious Benedict Society comes the fourth book in the Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place, the acclaimed and hilarious Victorian mystery series by Maryrose Wood.In The Interrupted Tale, Miss Penelope Lumley receives...

Dixie is going to school with Emma for Pet Day With so many classmates and pets, the excited puppy can hardly sit still. Will Dixie find new friends? Find out in this easy to follow I Can Read book.Author: Grace GilmanISBN-10: 0061719110ISBN-13: 9780061719110Publisher: HarperCollinsLanguage:...

There's dreadful news from the symphony hall--the composer is dead In this perplexing murder mystery from New York Times bestselling author Lemony Snicket, everyone seems to have a motive, everyone has an alibi, and nearly everyone is a musical instrument. But the composer is...

When Amelia Bedelia goes to visit her uncle's ranch, she really makes herself at home on the range. The West sure is wild when Amelia Bedelia comes to town Author: Herman ParishISBN-10: 0060843632ISBN-13: 9780060843632Publisher: Greenwillow BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/28/2012Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.05w...

Edward has oodles of toys but doesn't share any of them with his little sister, Claire. She cannot ride his rocking horse, hug his teddy bear, or even think about touching his Slinky. "They're mine!"he says. That is, until one day when Edward finds...

It"s a good thing you're not anoctopus!If you were an octopus, you would have eight legs to put into your pants!Follow one little boy through his day as he playfully considers how mealtime, bath time, nap time, and many other activities would be different...

If you give a dog a donut, he'll ask for some apple juice to go with it. When you give him the juice, he'll drink it all up. Then, before you can say "woof" . . . Dog is off on a backyard adventure!Written...

"Exuberant--a winsome, upbeat work." --Publishers WeeklyJamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell perfectly capture a little girl's simple, joyous celebration of herself, as she looks back on her childhood from the lofty height of four and a half years.This spirited view of growing up is...

Learn to read with the classic Amelia Bedelia Ever since Amelia Bedelia made her debut in 1963, young readers have been laughing out loud at the antics of this literal-minded but charming housekeeper. From dressing the chicken to drawing the drapes, Amelia Bedelia merrily...

Join the fun on the farm A charming story from award-winning author Michael Morpurgo, hilariously illustrated throughout by Shoo Rayner, and perfect for readers of 5 and up.Two funny farmyard stories for younger readers.Jigger's Day Off"Time has come for harvest, Jigger. So I shan't...

Farting Baba and Grandkids is a laugh-out-loud comedy series written by five cousins with their "Baba," which means Grandma.You can always count on Baba to be up to playful pranks and mischief, causing hilarious commotion with her grandkids on all their escapades.Share some time...

A 2023 CBC Children's Favorite Winner! This dynamic graphic novel based on the new Big Nate animated series includes stories from three different episodes, featuring visually stunning, full-color CG artwork. Starring Nate, Francis, Dee Dee, Teddy, and friends, these hilarious escapades will thrill longtime...

This just in! The adorable feline reporters at Breaking Cat News are back with an all-new fifth comic collection for middle grade readers! The cats of BCN are back and have they got news for you! When Elvis goes missing it's Tommy to the...

Hazel and Daisy find themselves embroiled in a mystery while in Hong Kong--and one of them winds up on the suspect list--in this gripping sixth novel of the Murder Most Unladylike Mystery series. When Hazel Wong's beloved grandfather passes away, Daisy Wells accompanies her...

In the ninth addition to the New York Times bestselling Spy School series, Ben Ripley faces his nemesis, Murray Hill, on the high seas.Thanks to the evidence Ben uncovered in his investigation of the Croatoan, the CIA has tracked his nemesis, Murray Hill, to...

Sometimes parents' actions (and reactions) are unexpected. This hilarious book details, through a child's eyes, some of the "crazy" responses her parents have to her antics. This relatable caricature of a child's innocence and the patience it sometimes demands will be familiar to all...

Amos is counting himself to sleep. It's a good plan, until the cranky sheep land in his bedroom -- and start in with their many demands. It's bedtime for Amos, who smiles as he closes his eyes and counts some fluffy sheep trotting away...

One, two, three . . . Wait, who am I missing? The Blunder kids' head count somehow keeps falling short in this funny and familiar tale. It's not even lunchtime, and already the ten Blunder children have messed up the laundry, the bathtub, and...

Eugene performs a disappearing act in the twenty-second Captain Awesome adventure After seeing a real-live magic show, Eugene has decided he wants to become a magician. So he studies magic tricks and practices them on anyone he can: his best friends, his parents, and...

Just in time for the major motion picture Dolittle starring Robert Downey Jr.--soaring into theaters on January 17, 2020 Journey into the world of Doctor Dolittle, the kind and eccentric naturalist who can speak with animals. Working with original author Hugh Lofting's son, these...

Joe and Rob discover a hidden space station inhabited by aliens in this sixth adventure in the hilarious Bots chapter book series. Many years ago, scientists on Earth sent video satellites out to the end of the universe to see what was hiding in...

When a friend's pet bunny escapes into the World of Make-Believe, Daisy and Posey have to track him down in this ninth Daisy Dreamer chapter book Have you ever heard the phrase "quick like a bunny?" People say it all the time about me....

New York Times bestselling duo Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin's beloved Halloween story is now available as a Level 2 Ready-to-Read! Farmer Brown does not like Halloween. So he draws the shades, puts on his footy pajamas, and climbs into bed. But do you...

Super Turbo begins to suspect that Wonder Pig may not be so wonderful in the sixth Super Turbo book! You know Turbo as the hamster sidekick from the Captain Awesome books. But ever wonder what actually goes on when the last school bell rings...

Let it snow Let it snow Let it snow A little rabbit's wish comes true when the world becomes a winter wonderland in this witty, wistful picture book from the author of Extraordinary Warren. Winter has just begun, and one little bunny wants it...

Meet Digger and Daisy They are brother and sister. These dogs like to explore their world and see new things. Sometimes they agree with each other. Sometimes they disagree. But no matter the situation, one thing always stays the same--their love for each other....

Everybody wants to be a princess What could be better? In "Today Lily Will Be a Princess," one little heroine craves the royal treatment until she learns that princesses don't get to play in the mud. It's no contest--the tiara is abandoned in favor...

Everybody wants to be a princess What could be better? In "Today Kaylee Will Be a Princess," one little heroine craves the royal treatment until she learns that princesses don't get to play in the mud. It's no contest--the tiara is abandoned in favor...

Everybody wants to be a princess What could be better? In "Today Cora Will Be a Princess," one little heroine craves the royal treatment until she learns that princesses don't get to play in the mud. It's no contest--the tiara is abandoned in favor...

The Nearly Fearless Monkey Pirates sail to a secret treasure island where they come face to face with pirate ghosts! Will they escape or will they walk the haunted plank? Created with young readers in mind, this contains support tools like a glossary and...

Artie the Apatosaurus wants to be a secret agent, but at 40 feet tall he is not very secret He is terrible at hiding, he can't disguise himself, and he is too slow to chase bad guys. In fact, being an Apatosaurus is exactly...

Junot D az famously once said, "If you want to make a human being into a monster, deny them, at the cultural level, any reflection of themselves." "Moon Patrol" promotes the "story of us all," ensuring that children's bookshelves contain diverse, non-majority narratives of...

It's time for Flynn to sleep in his first ever big boy bed, but there's one rather large problem--a walrus Mom and Dad play along. Is Flynn just stalling? Either way it doesn't look like anyone is getting much sleep tonight.Author: Ciara FloodISBN-10: 151248122XISBN-13:...

When Billy Burgers gets a bad report at the doctor, his mom starts pushing fruits and veggies and cutting out the junk food. Delirious from his cravings, Billy swipes a bag of chips from the school cafeteria and devours them. When he realizes his...

The students of class 12B and their wacky teacher are back at it again, this time they'll bring their fun and games to the great outdoors Mr. Bambuckle is taking his class camping He's a teacher who always creates a good time wherever he...

An earthquake? No. It couldn't possibly be. There absolutely shouldn't, wouldn't, and couldn't be an earthquake on Frederik's Hill.That's what Frederik Sandwich thinks when he's woken by shaking with no explanation on one otherwise ordinary night.But something has caused it and he's determined to...

A laugh-out-loud, quirky new middle grade series that looks at bullying in an entirely new and inventive way.Everyone knows the dinosaur gene skips a generation. So it isn't a complete surprise when Sawyer sprouts spikes and a tail before the start of fifth grade....

Sing along to the time-honored nursery rhyme Hey Diddle Diddle illustrated for very young children by Hazel Q.This sturdy board book is designed to withstand lots of love and learning, making it a wonderful addition to baby's first library.Hazel Q. Nursery Rhymes celebrate children's...

Maggie Sanders might be blind, but she won't invite anyone to her pity party. Ever since losing her sight six months ago, Maggie's rebellious streak has taken on a life of its own, culminating with an elaborate school prank. Maggie called it genius. The...

Reindeers are better than people. And who would know that better than Kristoff? Kids will enjoy reading Kristoff's ode to his friend Sven in this delightful board book featuring two plush reindeer antlersAuthor: Disney BooksISBN-10: 1484724690ISBN-13: 9781484724699Publisher: Disney PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/15/2015Pages: 12Format: Board BookWeight:...

A band of tiny squash-bucklers go on adventures of epic proportions in this start to a brand-new chapter book series about pocket-sized pirates! In the junk shop at the end of the street is a dusty old ship in a bottle. And when the...

He's not just the class pet hamster, he's SUPER TURBO! In this brand-new series that's packed with adventure, Captain Awesome's loyal sidekick is the star of the show! You know Turbo as the crime-fighting hamster from the Captain Awesome books. But ever wonder what...

Bunnies--not tigers--rule the forest in this adorable take on William Blake's classic poem. Bunnies, bunnies, burning bright In the forests of the night-- Wait, bunnies? Yes, bunnies. Tigers may be the most feared animal in some forests, but in this one, they fear the...

A parrot with a penchant for rhyming transforms one young girl's day into an unexpectedly awesome adventure in this sweet and silly follow-up to Rhymes with Doug Otto, the rhyming parrot, is causing a little bit of trouble for Doug's friend Claire. Claire brings...

Sam Lyttle learns that sometimes the truth can hurt just as much as a lie in this follow-up to the humorous and cheeky illustrated middle grade novel The Pudding Problem, which Kirkus Reviews calls perfect for "fans of Timmy Failure and Big Nate." It's...

National Book Award winner William Alexander conjures up a spooky adventure full of excitement in this entertaining sequel to A Properly Unhaunted Place, which was a New York Times Editors' Choice. Rosa Diaz has her hands full of ghosts. She saved the town of...

This just in! There's a Rodzilla on the loose! Is he a monster...or just your typical toddler? Tune in for the full report in this riotous picture book from Rob Sanders and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat. Rodzilla is the mightiest toddler to ever roam...