Humorous Stories - Kids Fiction

"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...

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...

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?...

"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...

The Ridiculous Adventures of Sidebottom and McPlop follows the adventures of two hapless half-wits who spend their time trying to sabotage each other's plans, with hilarious results.The book is a collection of funny slapstick children's stories for 7-10 year olds.Author: Adrian LobleyISBN-10: 1729677363ISBN-13: 9781729677360Publisher:...

Once upon a time, there were two cats: one black, one white, who were always squabbling over which one was prettier. One day, their curiosity gets the better of them and they jump into buckets of paint to change color. After some playful chaos,...

Mosquitoes can bite all kinds of people--ballerinas, chefs, babies, even you and me. But they can't bite . . . NINJAS Mosquitoes might be quick, but ninjas are quicker. Mosquitoes might be sneaky, but ninjas are sneakier. And mosquitoes might be hungry, but ninjas...

For fans of Dragons Love Tacos comes a fresh, funny story that deals with everyone's least favorite thing: a cold.Is your dragon sleepy? Does he have a runny nose? Does he keep sneezing fire? Unfortunately, it sounds like your dragon has a cold. But...

In this hilarious YA homage to Ferris Bueller's Chicago, Natalie must use her Talent of talking to cats to solve a high-profile celebrity kidnapping.Now in paperback!Never listen to a cat. That will only get you in trouble. Actually, scratch that. Listening to cats is...

Collecting another quirky cute installment of stories in this hit series from France, Chloe Blin continues her quest to figure out love, popularity, and herself. This time Chloe must work with her nemesis, Anissa, at a new job with a cantankerous old woman doing...

A collection of all-new stories that see the Smurfs interacting with the many magical creatures who inhabit their enchanted land. Colorful adventures filled with kind monsters and wicked fairies!Author: PeyoISBN-10: 1629912751ISBN-13: 9781629912752Publisher: PapercutzLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/29/2015Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 8.80h x 0.05w x 0.30d

Have you ever needed to call 9-1-1, but you couldn't get to a phone? Have you ever needed to run, but your legs were like spaghetti? Have you ever needed to yell help! but your throat was dry with fear? Laugh, cry, and panic...

Maxine Hill is an inquisitive 4th grade student who has a talent for solving problems and enjoys helping people in need. While using her quirky skills of observation, Maxine discovers an unexpected secret about Mrs. Sullivan, her sweet, quiet neighbor that changed their relationship...

The floors are shaking, and the windows are cracking . . . something big and heavy is stomping around Corman Towers. Furry and Flo are awoken by the ruckus and discover an enormous stone golem wreaking havoc in the alley behind their building. It's...

Everyone loves a party, and when Ozma has a birthday party notables from every part of fairyland attend. You'll meet the famous of Oz, and lots of others, such as Queen Zixi of Ix, John Dough, Chick the Cherub, the Queen of Merryland, Para...

When their parents steal a Hollywood star (a white poodle) to hold it for ransom, our young heroes leap into action. Too bad the spoiled star will not raise a paw to help. Barks and howls will be the result of anyone reading Book...

A charming picture book that tells the truth on daddies. Each spread showcases the silly things daddies do every day. Children will giggle as they see a daddy rhino do his daily routine which includes making smells, misplacing things, and being very silly. A...

"Stories about going to the library on a rainy day are not new, but this one has a cunning twist....kids will enjoy the playfulness and, no doubt, try reading to their own dogs." - Kirkus Reviews It's raining. No problem, because Sam is enjoying...

Mom is sick in bed and asks Dad to do a few things around the house. Dad happily does it all: he cooks, he cleans, he even does the wash. Will Dad make a big mess of it all, or will it all work...

It's the end of March, and Hubie is struggling to prepare his pranks for the big day. The whoopee cushion, the rubber tarantula, and the fly in the ice cube just aren't good enough anymore -- not when the worst joke comes from the...