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35 Funny Children’s Books to Inspire Smiles and Laughs 

funny children's books

July 13, 2022 //  by Brittney Hallmark

Who doesn't love to smile? Smiling inspires laughter and laughter is always wonderful! Use children's literature, book characters, and story time with this book list! Sure to get some giggles from a variety of ages of children, these hilarious stories are sure to tickle everyone's funny bone!

Check out these 35 funny children's books to help you inspire smiles and laughter in your students!

1. Giggler Treatment

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In this outrageous tale of a dog who has an interesting business to make money, children are sure to giggle nonstop when you read aloud this entertaining tale! This funny children's story is full of twists but follows a cute storyline throughout.

Learn More: Amazon

2. Dave Pigeon

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One of several in a series, this silly story has colorful illustrations, fun book characters, and humor throughout. As Dave Pigeon avoids bad cats, he shares his hysterical adventures with young readers everywhere!

Learn More: Amazon

3. The Wonkey Donkey

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The Wonky Donkey is a hilarious picture book, packed with giggles on every page! This funny story is a great read-aloud especially for reluctant readers as it engages kids and sparks interest because of the humor laced within.

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4. President Taft is Stuck in the Bath

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Laughter makes everything better. Why not include laughter in the learning process? This nonfiction picture book tells the story of President Taft and his mishap of getting stuck in the bathtub. This humorous story is perfect for elementary school.

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5. Moo, Baa, La La La

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An adorable board book, this story is perfect for young children! In this funny children's book, little ones can explore animals and the sounds they make. Definitely add this one to your funny children's book list!

Learn More: Amazon

6. Aliens Love Underpants

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If you are looking for a funny children's book to engage reluctant readers, this is the one! Adventurous and full of humor, this tale of underwear-stealing aliens is sure to bring a smile to every face in the room. Told in a format of rhyming text, this silly story will be a hit with your students!

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7. The Bad Seed

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The Bad Seed is a funny tale about a seed who is just plain bad. He learns that anyone can be positive if they really want to! Read along as The Bad Seed decides if he wants to change his bad attitude and bad manners or if he decides positivity isn't the path for him.

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8. Grumpy Monkey

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When Jim is in a horrible mood, his friends don't know why and try to cheer him up. This chimpanzee is not in the mood for that. A great book for talking through emotions and feelings, this comical children's book is a big hit!

Learn More: Amazon

9. Interrupting Chicken

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Told as a bedtime story for a chicken, this hilarious children's book is about the chicken always interrupting as Papa reads her bedtime story. When it is her turn to read, will Papa interrupt her, too?

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10. Good Night, Gorilla

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Good Night, Gorilla is a great bedtime book for little ones, but can also be a great read aloud during story time. The funny kid book follows a zookeeper who gets his keys taken and the animals begin to escape.

Learn More: Amazon

11. Pugs of the Frozen North

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It is time for a sled race, but can a pack of pugs move the sled? Everyone wants to win because the winner is granted one wish! Will two friends and a large pack of pugs be able to pull it off?

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12. This is Not A Dinosaur

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Boys and girls will enjoy this tale of a dinosaur! This is not just any ordinary dinosaur! Join the adventure with this amazing dinosaur who can be so many more things than just a dinosaur.

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13. Supertato

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This hilarious take on a superhero book has an unlikely star, the potato! The author uses play on words to create humor and comedy with this hero as he faces his arch-rival! Get ready to meet a funny new superhero!

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14. Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs

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In this comical children's book, it rains three times per day in this special little town. It doesn't rain actual rain though. It rains food! What will happen if bad weather or a flood comes through?

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15. Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus

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A childhood favorite of many, Don't Let The Pigeon Drive the Bus, is a classic funny children's book. One of many in a series of funny kid books, this is humorous and silly. Pigeons should never drive buses!

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16. Land Shark

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Bobby has a birthday coming up and he really wants a pet shark. Instead, he gets a different kind of pet. Bobby knows he will only be happy with a pet shark. Or will he?

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17. Mother Bruce

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Bruce is a quiet bear, who minds his own business. He doesn't like to be bothered. He loves to eat eggs, but one day his eggs turn out to be baby geese. They hatch and think Bruce is their mom. Now, what will Bruce do?

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18. Don't Push the Button

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In this cute little interactive storybook, there is only one rule: don't push the button. Sometimes you may want to. It may look like you need to push the button, but don't do it. If you do, what will happen?

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19. Amelia Bedelia

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Amelia Bedelia is a housekeeper, a very literal housekeeper. She does everything exactly as told, so when it is time to dust the furniture, she literally does that. Students will enjoy the hilarious things she does and will be laughing all the while.

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20. The Monster at the End of This Book

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Grover, the adorable monster in this book, leads readers on a fun little adventure. He begs readers not to turn the page. You never know what is waiting on you. Could there be a monster at the end of this book?

Learn More: Amazon

21. Monsters Love Underpants

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Most monsters are scary, but some monsters are just fun and cute! These monsters love underpants. Perfect for younger readers, this fun picture book is a great choice for any classroom read aloud or as a bedtime story.

Learn More: Amazon

22. Duck on a Bike

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David Shannon's Duck on a Bike is a hilarious adventure of a duck riding a bike. It won't be long before all his farm animal friends want to join in on the fun! The delightful illustrations add to the charm of this cute, children's book.

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23. Giggle, Giggle, Quack

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Doreen Cronin did it again with this hilarious tale! Much like in the sister book, when the cows demanded electric blankets and the other animals made requests from the farmer, this book will also keep readers laughing.

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24. This Book Just Ate my Dog

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This funny children's book has a twist! This interactive book is a perfect choice for engaging young readers into this hilarious tale! Help Bella as she tries to free her dog from the pages of this book!

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25. The Hiccupotamus

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This hippopotamus has a bad case of the hiccups. All his friends try to help but he can't get rid of these pesky hiccups. The bright illustrations match the cute storyline. Students will be engaged in the humor and adventure throughout this story.

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26. Room on the Broom

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Room on the Broom is a hilarious adventure that is perfect for the Halloween season. This funny children's story tells of the adventure that follows a witch and her animal friends, as they take a ride on the broom.

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27. The Bear Ate Your Sandwich 

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Bold and colorful illustrations add value to this adorable picture book. Cute and full of laughs, this story tells about a bear who is lost and happens to find a delicious sandwich. Follow the bear and his adventure!

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28. Agent Llama 

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A llama spy, a funny storyline, and hilarious details make this secret mission a great, funny story for students of all ages! Join this action packed, hilarious adventure of secrets, spies, animal characters, and a secret mission involving underpants!

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29. Frogged

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Fractured fairy tales are always packed with fun humor and adventure! This book is great for elementary-age readers. While this tale offers a twist, the girl in the story accidentally turns herself into a frog, while trying to bring about her prince!

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30. Nuts to You

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In this adorable picture book, animal friends go to extreme lengths to save their buddy! This tale is a funny and fun option for a read aloud or bedtime story. Perfect for animal lovers and fun-loving kiddos!

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31. Blue Hat, Green Hat

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Predictable patterns books are ideal for young readers! Students learn about animals, colors, and clothing items in this adorable board book. Sandra Boynton brings humor into the story and provides an opportunity to include children in the predictable pattern that the story follows.

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32. The True Story of the Three Little Pigs 

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It all got started when he went to borrow a cup of sugar. At least that is what the wolf said. This twist on the classic story of the Three Little Pigs is told from the wolf's perspective. Jon Scieszka brings humor and a fun storyline to this book for kids!

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33. I Ain't Gonna Paint No More

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Penned in a flowing format to the tune of a familiar song, this high-energy book follows a young child who is determined to paint everything! Early childhood students will enjoy this humorous tale of a child painter and all she gets into trouble for painting!

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34. The Night I Followed the Dog

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A fantastic read aloud during story time, this silly story is about a boy who follows his dog one night. He discovers the silly adventures that his dog has while everyone else is sleeping. This adorable story would be great for children of all ages!

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35. Parts

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Tedd Arnold fills this book full of rhyming text and amazing illustrations that are sure to bring on the laughter in this funny story. As the boy in the story realizes his body sheds different things from different places.

Learn More: Amazon

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