Humorous Stories - Kids Fiction

An internet-based fantasy from the wild mind of Ralph Steadman. "Some of Steadman's most exuberant drawings ever, in a messy delight of a book."--The Scotsman Who would have guessed that the seemingly mild-mannered dot who holds our internet addresses together actually has a riotous...

A spoiled, greedy, and naughty boy matches wits with Santa Claus in this hilariously "wicked" Christmas read-aloud. Bradley Bartleby is bad. Very bad. In order to avoid Bradley's wrath, his wealthy parents buy him whatever he wants. All the adults in Bradley's life are...

This cleverly conceived board book appeals to a young child's sense of fun while providing facts about different animals. A series of impossible but delightful-to-imagine cautionary statements are followed by informative explanations: Don't take a bath with a pig. It loves wallowing in the...

Everything went well enough at first when Cousin Clara unexpectedly came to stay with Lester's family. "Clara didn't make unsavory noises or rearrange Lester's Lost and Found collection. All she did was sit and knit." However, things quickly take a turn when Clara presents...

No one believes Larf exists, and he likes it that way. Larf, you see, is a sasquatch, the only sasquatch in the world (or so it seems). He has a very pleasant, and very private, life in the woods, where on any given day...

This original, fun picture book delightfully describes, in hilarious detail, a small child's idea of utopia. Every two-page spread offers something new about this fantasy life, including, "If kids ruled the world, every day would be your birthday! Birthday cake would be good for...

When an egg arrives on his doorstep, Beast doesn't quite know what to do: feed it? Take it for a nice long walk? Drop it? Doctor Yoko tells him he must keep it warm and just wait, but exactly what he's waiting for is...

Meet the accident-prone T-Rex. First he loses his glasses, then he has one disaster after another: he can't tell his breakfast toast from a slipper, then he mistakes a prehistoric owl for his bath towel A laugh-out-loud tale from legendary picture book duo Willis...

For once, Teddington's wildest family have decided to stay at home and keep their heads down. It isn't always easy hiding tails and fur under clothes, and it's important not to raise suspicion among their human neighbors. But when a very sly fox starts...

From the bestselling duo behind Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs comes the long-awaited "funny follow-up" (School Library Journal) to Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing, which shows us a hilarious new group of animals that shouldn't, ever-ever-ever, dress like humans. Everyone knows that...

Joe and Rob discover they have superpowers in this seventh 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 deep space. Now, years...

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...

"Entertaining and emotionally resonant." --Kirkus Reviews "Long nails the voice of a kid trying as hard as she can to tackle adult problems on her own when the well-meaning adults in her life fall short." --Publishers Weekly Josie Bloom is put to the test...

In this whimsical classic picture book, Tomie dePaola delivers a sweet depiction of a child's imagination and all the things that go bump in the night. To stay up past bedtime, you've got to fight the night. Flashlight in hand, a determined Ronald sets...

Meet Joe Bot and Rob Ot, the two most big-hearted, but goofily annoying robots in the entire universe in this first chapter book in a hilarious new series Many years ago, scientists on Earth sent video satellites out to the end of the universe...

Eloise and Nanny throw Weenie a surprise birthday party in this hilarious Level 1 Ready-to-Read that's perfect for emerging readers It's Weenie's birthday and Eloise NEEDS to throw him a party With the help of Nanny, Eloise throws Weenie a surprise party and every...

A little monster discovers that true terribleness can come in a very tiny package in this bold, funny exploration of sibling rivalry. Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, who's the most terrible one of all? Every morning, Smugg's magic mirror tells him that he's the...

Ian is wild about science experiments and for his latest (number 256) he's building a jet pack for his dog, Wilbur--the leftover parts shouldn't be anything to worry about, right? When Wilbur dons his new pack and blasts off, he leaves a swath of...

Have you ever walked through a bookstore and seen parents with their kids, trying to find a book that's not about fairies, princesses, babies, animals or, even worse, baby animals? That's why you need to experience "Poems of Poop." The topic of poop has...

Everybody wants to be a princess What could be better? In "Today Tessa 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 Rebecca 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 Leona 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 Kylie 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 Julianna 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 Jolene 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 Ivy 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 Francesca 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 Clara 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 Ariana 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 Alexandra 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...

Sometimes being true to yourself is the most bewitching magic of all This young middle-grade series is hilarious, enchanting, and filled with mischief Perfect for fans of The Worst Witch Bella Broomstick is a terrible witch. She doesn't have nose hair or warts. Her...

DISCOVER:: Kid's or Children's Book that is Highly Entertaining, Humorous, Great for Early Readers, and a Great Bedtime Story This Children's Short Story has it all Great for ages 4-12 Zach and Fred are best friends. They always have fun no matter where they...

Pirates from across the seven seas are gathering for the greatest of pirate competitions. But when the prize trophy is stolen, the Monkey Pirates are framed as the thieves. Can the crew clear their nearly-fearless names? A glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts round...

"My kids loved the silly illustrations and the interactivity. It has become a favorite. Thanks " - Jeanne "My 7 year old son didn't want to stop until the last page was turned. Fun until the end." - Rick "Behind all the silliness there...

All the birthday girl wants from her Abuela is a ticket to the amusement park. Instead, she gets a chicken. But this chicken is no ordinary chicken; it has plans With a lot of hard work, and help from other animals, this chicken may...

Now boys and girls (and moms and dads) have a funny, colorful, educational picture book all about everyone's favorite toothy apex predator--the shark! Stevie likes sharks. Like a LOT. In response to everything his mom asks him, Stevie has an excellent shark fact in...

Nikki Maxwell has to juggle two kids'​ feelings in the twelfth installment in the blockbuster #1 New York Times bestselling Dork Diaries series In Nikki Maxwell's newest diary, it's the countdown to the end of the school year, and Nikki's juggling some big questions...

Stu Truly is the coming-of-age story of 12-year-old Stu as he struggles to navigate the murky waters of adolescence when he finds himself living a lie---that seems to be growing beyond his control---to impress the new girl in school, now available in paperback! When...

In Hello, Door, kids can follow a thieving fox as he greets everything he sees in a home that isn't his. Hello, door. Hello, house. Hello, mat. Hello, mouse! In this ode to the classic "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" story, kids can follow...

Funny Short Stories for Kids Let's be entertained with comedy that youngsters of all ages will enjoy. Taking old sayings and creating the meaning is what Todd tries to do with his pig names Petey. Sometimes bath time is more fun than it should...

A brilliantly cheeky re-imagining of the classic Scottish rhyme, slide and lift. "Ye cannae shove yer grannyCause she's yer mammy's mammyYe cannae shove yer granny off a bus!" Ever thought about shoving your granny off a bus? See what happens when you try in...

Hopeless Heroes is a fun-filled series about Greek mythology, adventure and what it means to be a hero.Author: Stella TaraksonISBN-10: 1782265538ISBN-13: 9781782265535Publisher: Sweet Cherry PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/17/2019Pages: 208Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 7.75h x 5.00w x 0.63d

Hopeless Heroes is a fun-filled series about Greek mythology, adventure and what it means to be a hero.Author: Stella TaraksonISBN-10: 1782265511ISBN-13: 9781782265511Publisher: Sweet Cherry PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/19/2019Pages: 208Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 7.75h x 5.00w x 0.63d

Cycling, ice hockey, athletics, tennis . . .There are so many sports and they're all fabulous! Soccer is great, except when your team keeps shooting and missing. Horse-riding is wonderful--so long as the horse does what the rider wants. Running, cycling, and swimming require...

Jule Ann pounds on the bottom of a cookie jar and a small, dark lump bounces out. The Dark quickly eats up Jule Ann's shadow, and then her mother and father's shadows, growing bigger and bigger with each swallow. When the Dark grows as...

"Last stop! Everybody out!" Jonathan is trying not to make a mess, but someone has put a subway station in his apartment. So Jonathan goes to City Hall to fix the computer. A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this hilarious tale about...

When Angela's father gets lost at the airport, she looks for him everywhere, even inside an airplane. But when Angela's love of button-pressing proves too great, she finds herself in charge of flying the plane. Can Angela make it back down to the runway?...

"Max," said the farmer to his dog one day, "can you catch a thief?" Of course! He can catch anything! And Max eagerly sets off on a quest to find the culprit who has been stealing the farmer's fruits and vegetables. Within moments, the...

"Skillfully blends fairy tales and detective fiction with a coming-of-age story about braving danger to prove oneself...a pleasing well-judged blend of genres with a good resolution." -- Kirkus ReviewsWhen her father dies, Goldilocks is left with nothing but her loyal cat Charlotte and a...

Eduardo is an egg. He lives in an egg carton in the refrigerator of the Macintosh house on Blueberry St. When his fellow eggs begin disappearing he becomes alarmed and he and the other food groups devise a plan to find out where they...