Funny Books for Kids Board Books Funny Feet by Liesbet Slegers. J-E SLEGERS. Invites young readers to mix and match the upper panels depicting the bodies of animals with lower panels that show their feet. Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann. J-E Rathmann. A zookeeper is followed home by animals he thinks he has left behind in the zoo. Available in picture book. Higher! Higher! by Leslie Patricelli. J-E Patricelli. One child. One swing. An obliging dad. The inevitable plea to go "Higher! Higher!" Also available in picture book. Me Hungry by Jeremy Tankard. J-E Tankard. A little prehistoric boy makes a new friend. Also in picture book. Moo, Baa, La La La! by Sandra Boynton. J-E Boynton. Animals make different and sometimes silly sounds. How Do Dinosaurs Laugh Out Loud by Jane Yolen & illustrated by Mark Teague. J-E YOLEN. Dinosaurs tell funny jokes to make each other laugh. Picture Books Anansi and The Moss-Covered Rock by Eric A. Kimmel; illustrated by Janet Stevens. J-E Kimmel. Anansi the Spider uses a strange rock in the forest to trick all the other animals. Angel Baby by Pat Cummings. J-E Cummings. Is Amanda Lynne's brother really so angelic? Bark, George by Jules Feiffer. J-E Feiffer. A puppy's mother is in for a surprise when she takes him to the vet. A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever by Marla Frazee. J-E Frazee. Friends James & Eamon enjoy to visit to Eamon's grandparents. Diary of a Worm by Doreen Cronin, pictures by Harry Bliss. J-E Bliss. A young worm discovers that there good and bad things about being a worm. Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems. J-E Willems. A pigeon that longs to drive a bus sees his chance when the driver takes a break. I Ain’t Gonna Pain No More by Karen Beaumont, illustrated by David Catrow. J-E Beaumont. A child cannot resist adding one more dab of paint in surprising places. Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems. J-E Willems. After Trixie & daddy leave the laundromat, something is missing. Monkey with a Tool Belt by Chris Monroe. J-E Monroe. When a clever monkey is captured, he uses his tools to help him escape. Mrs. McNosh Hangs Up Her Wash by Sarah Weeks, illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott . J-E Weeks. Mrs. McNosh hangs up her wash with such gusto that her clothesline ends up holding some very odd items. My Little Sister Ate One Hare by Bill Grossman, illustrated by Kevin Hawkes. J-E Grossman. Little sister eats 1 hare, 2 snakes, and 3 ants, but when she eats 10 peas, she throws up a mess. The Dumb Bunnies by Sue Denim, pictures by Dav Pilkey. J-E Denim. Follows the adventures of the Dumb Bunnies, a very silly family. Please, Baby, Please by Spike Lee & Tonya Lewis Lee; illustrated by Kadir Nelson. J-E Lee. A toddler's antics keep his mom busy as she tries to put him to bed. Froggy Gets Dressed by Jonathan London, illustrated by Frank Remkiewicz. J-E London. Froggy hops into the snow but is called back by his mother to put on more clothing. Rhyming Dust Bunnies by Jan Thomas. J-E THOMAS. As three dust bunnies demonstrate their love of rhyme, a fourth warns of danger. The Seven Chinese Sisters by Kathy Tucker; illustrated by Grace Lin. J-E Tucker. When a dragon snatches the youngest of seven talented sisters, the other six come to her rescue. Shark vs. Train by Chris Barton, illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld. J-E Barton. A shark and a train compete in a series of contests. The Stupids Step Out by Harry Allard, illustrated by James Marshall. J-E Allard. The Stupid family and their dog Kitty love doing the ridiculous. Zomo the Rabbit: A Trickster Tale from West Africa by Gerald McDermott. J-E McDermott. Zomo the Rabbit sets out to gain wisdom. Easy Readers Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish, pictures by Fritz Siebel. J-E Parish. A literal housekeeper causes chaos in the Rogers’ home when she tries to make sense of instructions. Benjamin Bear in Fuzzy Thinking by Philippe Coudray. J-E COUDRAY. Benjamin Bear has funny ways of doing things, like drying dishes with a rabbit or sharing a sweater removing it. Good night, Good Knight by Shelley Moore Thomas, pictures by Jennifer Plecas. J-E Thomas. A knight helps three dragons get to sleep. Hi! Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold. J-E Arnold. When Buzz captures a fly, people tell him that a fly can’t be a pet, but Fly Guy proves them wrong. There is a Bird on Your Head! by Mo Willems. J-E Willems. Gerald the elephant discovers that there is something worse than a bird on your head-- two birds on your head! Fairy & Folk Tales Just a Minute: A Trickster Tale and Counting Book by Yuyi Morales. J 398.2 M. Señor Calavera tries to take Grandma Beetle to the next life. Tomie Depaola's Front Porch Tales & North Country Whoppers by Tomie dePaola. J 398.2 D. A collection of New England folk tales, original stories, and jokes. The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith. J 398.2 S. Madcap revisions of familiar fairy tales. Tops & Bottoms by Janet Stevens. J 398.2 S. Hare turns his bad luck around by striking a deal with a rich, lazy bear. Poetry & Song Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich by Adam Rex. J 813.6 R. A collection of humorous poems about such monsters as Frankenstein, Count Dracula, Dr. Jekyll, and the Mummy. Take Me Out Of The Bathtub And Other Silly Dilly Songs by Alan Katz, illustrated by David Catrow. J 782.42 K. Well-known songs, such as "Oh Susannah," are presented with new words, such as "I'm So Carsick.” Fiction The Adventures 0f Captain Underpants: An Epic Novel by Dav Pilkey. J FIC PILKEY (Bridge). When George & Harold hypnotize their principal into thinking that he is superhero Captain Underpants, he leads them to the nefarious Dr. Diaper’s lair. Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters by Lenore Look; pictures by LeUyen Pham. J FIC LOOK. When Alvin's father takes him camping, Alvin makes a new friend and learns that he can be brave despite his fear of everything. Bink and Gollie by Kate DiCamillo and Alison McGhee; illustrated by Tony Fucile. J FIC DICAMILLO (BRIDGE). Two roller-skating best friends--one tiny, one tall--share three comical adventures. Clementine by Sara Pennypacker; pictures by Marla Frazee. J FIC P. While sorting through difficulties in her friendship with her neighbor Margaret, Clementine gains several new hairstyles while also helping her father rif front of their apartment building of pigeons. Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney. J FIC KINNEY. Greg records his sixth grade experiences in a middle school where he and his best friend, Rowley, undersized weaklings amid boys who need to shave twice daily, hope just to survive. Guys Read: Funny Business edited by Jon Scieszka; illustrations by Adam Rex. J FIC G. A collection of humorous stories featuring a teenaged mummy, a homicidal turkey, and the world's largest pool of chocolate milk. The Hoboken Chicken Emergency by Daniel Pinkwater; illustrated by Jill Pinkwater. J FIC P. When the butcher at loses the order for the Bobowicz family's Thanksgiving turkey, young Arthur brings home a chicken weighing 260 pounds which causes a bizarre crisis in Hoboken, New Jersey. Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle by Betty MacDonald; pictures by Hilary Knight. J FIC M. Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle issues to parents her marvelous cures for such common children's diseases as Won'tPut-Away-Toys-itis, Answerbackism, and Fighter-Quarrelitis. Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar; illustrated by Julie Brinckloe. J FIC SACHAR. Humorous episodes from the classroom on the thirtieth floor of Wayside School, which was accidentally built sideways. The Stories Julian Tells by Ann Cameron; Ann Strugnell (illus.). J FIC CAMERON (BRIDGE). Relates episodes in seven-year-old Julian's life which include getting into trouble with his younger brother Huey, planting a garden, what he did to grow taller, losing a tooth, and finding a new friend. The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger. J FIC ANGLEBERGER. Tommy and his friends describe their interactions with a paper finger puppet of Yoda, worn by their weird classmate Dwight, as they try to figure out whether or not the puppet can really predict the future. Surviving the Applewhites by Stephanie S. Tolan. J FIC T. Jake, a budding juvenile delinquent, is sent for home schooling to the arty and eccentric Applewhite family's Creative Academy. The Willoughbys by Lois Lowry. J FIC LOWRY. In this tongue-in-cheek take on classic themes in children's books, the Willoughby children try to become "deserving orphans" after their neglectful parents leave them in the care of an odious nanny. Wuv Bunnies from Outers Pace by David Elliott; illustrated by Ethan Long. J FIC ELLIOTT. Two large rabbits from another galaxy enlist the aid of Hercules Smith in saving his town’s children from being turned into carrots by the sinister B3. Graphic Novels Babymouse: Queen of the World! by Jennifer Holm and Matthew Holm. J FIC HOLM (GRAPHIC NOVEL). An imaginative mouse dreams of being queen of the world, but will settle for an invitation to a slumber party. Hamster and Cheese (Guinea PIg, Pet Shop Private Eye #1) by Colleen AF Venable; illustrated by Stephanie Yue. J FIC VENABLE (GRAPHIC NOVEL). Sasspants, a guinea pig, reluctantly agrees to play private eye when a hamster begs for her help in discovering the pet shop sandwich thief. Lunch Lady and the League of Librarians by Jarrett J. Krosoczka. J FIC KROSOCZKA (GRAPHIC NOVEL) . The school lunch lady, a crime fighter, sets out to stop librarians bent on destroying video games. Magic Pickle: Graphic Novel by Scott Morse. J FIC MORSE (GRAPHIC NOVEL). Meet the Magic Pickle, a superhero who's fighting the food fight against evil fruits & vegetables. Pirate Penguin Vs. Ninja Chicken: Troublems with Frenemies by Ray Friesen. J FIC FRIESEN (GRAPHIC NOVEL). A collection of short adventures of frenemies Pirate Penguin and Ninja Chicken. Joke & Riddle Books Frogs are Funny!: The Most Sensational, Inspirational, Celebrational, Muppetational, Muppets Joke Book Ever! by the Muppets with Brandon T. Snider. J 818 S. A muppet fan's compendium of jokes, one-liners, and comedy bits. Funny Mummy by Steve Bertman; illustrated by Ethan Long. J 818.602 B. Presents a collection of jokes and riddles about mummies. The Make Your Own Joke Book by Sharon Holt. J 818 H. Presents humorous puns, riddles, and knockknock jokes, and includes instructions on how to construct an effective joke. The Most Ginormous Jokebook in the Universe (Volume 2) compiled by Mike Pellowski, Cynthia Copeland. J 818.602 M. Provides more than 5,000 jokes, puns, riddles, knock-knocks, and tongue twisters for many occasions. The Outer Space Joke Book by Sean Connolly and Kay Barnham. J 818 C. Collects jokes about outer space, aliens, astronomers, and time travel. Simms Taback's Great Big Book of Spacey, Snakey, Buggy Riddles by Katy Hall & Lisa Eisenberg; illustrated by Simms Taback. J 818 H. Presents a collection of amusing riddles featuring snakes, flies, spiders, centipedes, and outer space. Wackiest Jokes in the World by Michael J. Pellowski; illustrated by Sanford Hoffman. J 818 P. A collection of riddles, tongue twisters, puns, and other jokes about people, animals, school, food, and sports. Nonfiction Raining Cats and Dogs: A Collection of Irresistible Idioms & Illustrations to Tickle the Funny Bones of Young People by Will Moses. J 428.1 M. Offers explanations of common idioms, such as "bringing home the bacon," via colorful illustrations and amusing text. Two Miserable Presidents: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About The Civil War by Steve Sheinkin; illustrated by Tim Robinson. J 973.7 S. Provides the funny and fascinating bits that played a part in the start of the Civil War. Biography Knucklehead: Tall Tales & Mostly True Stories of Growing Up Scieszka by Jon Scieszka. J B SCIESZKA K. How did Jon Scieszka get so funny? He grew up as one of six brothers with lots of comic books, lazy summers at the lake with time to kill, babysitting misadventures, TV shows, and jokes told at family dinner. An autobiography. Lincoln Tells a Joke: How Laughter Saved the President (and the Country) by Kathleen Krull and Paul Brewer; illustrated by Stacy Innerst. J B LINCOLN K. A biography of one of America's greatest presidents, focusing on his use of wit and humor. What's So Funny?: Making Sense of Humor by Donna M. Jackson; illustrated by Ted Stearn. J 152.43 J. Examines the nature of humor, what makes something funny to people, and how the brain and body respond. Woof!: Funny Pet Stories (Ripley's Believe It Or Not) illustrated by John Graziano. J 031.02 W. Collects stories of unusual and amazing pets, including a cat that could predict the weather, a movie-star dog, and the pet raccoon of President Calvin Coolidge. Look for other funny titles by the authors and illustrators on this list in our catalog or ask your librarian. Compiled by Brooklyn Public Library Children’s Librarians, July 2012.