#Comedy

Captivating Stories for Curious Kids: Unbelievable Tales From History, Science and the Strange World We Live In

Author: Chris Munoz Genre: Adventure

Looking for a Fun Gift to Encourage Your Child's Love for Learning? These aren't your typical stories—they're the kind that make kids go, “Wait, that really happened?” “Captivating Stories for Curious Kids” is filled with non-fiction stories that are interesting, educational, and just plain fun. From strange events in history and science to the oddities that make life on Earth so amazing. This book will keep them entertained for hours. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside: Why is there an island in Japan completely overrun by rabbits? How do desert stones in Death Valley move all by themselves? How did an unusual friendship between a boy and a bear inspire a classic children's book? Do you know about the immortal jellyfish that refuses to die? How did a group of giant birds manage to outsmart humans in a war? How a simple mistake led to the invention of popsicles, the summer treat we all love! And much, much more Each chapter presents a unique story, perfect for kids who are fascinated by the world around them and always ask, 'Why?'. What Makes This Book a Must-Have? Encourages Learning Through Real Stories : True events from history, science, and nature that young readers get excited about and what to learn more. Builds Comprehension: Helps children think more deeply about the world by introducing them to unusual or little known facts and events. Engaging and Educational : Each chapter is designed to be both informative and entertaining, making learning enjoyable and turning complex topics into fun, digestible stories. Great for Reading Together: Either as bedtime stories or reading aloud as a family. It’s a chance to ask questions, start conversations, and enjoy quality time together. Captivating Stories for Curious Kids is an excellent birthday or Christmas gift for boys or girls who love to learn new things, and it makes a great addition to any bookshelf—at home or in the classroom. Recommended for Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders Recommended Ages: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 years old Reading Level: Elementary and middle-grade readers Read more

Hard Luck (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, 8)

Author: Jeff Kinney Genre: Comedy

Greg Heffley's on a losing streak. His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task. To change his fortunes, Greg decides to take a leap of faith and turn his decisions over to chance. Will a roll of the dice turn things around, or is Greg's life destined to be just another hard-luck story? Read more

The Secrets Below (The Whispering Sea Mysteries)

Author: Camilla Sten Genre: Comedy

On an icy Swedish archipelago, a girl is entangled in a dark mystery that only she holds the key to unraveling, in this fantasy thriller from the wondrous minds of Camilla Sten and Viveca Sten. What happened out there in the woods? Twelve-year-old Tuva couldn’t imagine living anywhere other than the Stockholm archipelago and her island home of Harö. Even if she mostly keeps to herself at her small school. Even if she sometimes gets kind of lonely. But when a classmate goes missing, Tuva finds herself at the center of the mystery, along with Rasmus, the new boy at school. Neither one of them can understand what they saw that day in the woods near the water: Is something magical at work? Something evil? And it’s not just their classmate who has gone missing. Other people around the islands have gone missing this fall, disappearing from their boats on the water, never to be heard from again. Can Tuva and Rasmus discover what secrets are lurking below…before it’s too late? Read more

Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4): From the Creator of Dog Man (4)

Author: Dav Pilkey Genre: Comedy Illustrator: Dav Pilkey

The Cat Kid Comic Club learns to collaborate in this creative, funny, and insightful graphic novel by Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of Dog Man. Excitement and imagination run wild as Naomi, Melvin, Poppy, Gilbert, Curly, and their siblings get back to making comics with originality and laughter. But wait -- have they cleaned their rooms yet?! After their chores, the rambunctious group presents even more amazing mini-comics: a thrilling ride in "Chubbs McSpiderbutt," an action-packed romp in "Frogzilla," reflective haikus in "In the Autumn Pond," a candy-coated mystery in "Mallo Cop," and much, much more. By working together, the baby frogs discover that small things can have a huge impact. In this innovative graphic novel series, award-winning author and illustrator Dav Pilkey employs a variety of techniques -- including origami, acrylic paints, colored pencils, photography, collage, gouache, watercolors, and more -- to capture the creative and joyful spirit of collaboration. The variety of art styles, paired with Pilkey's trademark storytelling and humor, inspires imagination and innovation for readers of all ages. Read more

Heist Society (A Heist Society Novel, 1)

Author: Ally Carter Genre: Comedy

Kat Bishop can steal anything-including your heart. Intrigue, adventure, romance, and charm abound in this New York Times bestselling series. For as long as she can remember, Katarina has been a part of the family business-thieving. When Kat tries to leave "the life" for a normal life, her old friend Hale conspires to bring her back into the fold. Why? A mobster's art collection has been stolen, and Kat's father is the only suspect. Caught between Interpol and a far more deadly enemy, Kat's dad needs her help. The only solution is to find the paintings and steal them back. Kat's got two weeks, a teenage crew, and hopefully enough talent to pull off the biggest heist in her family's history—and, with any luck, steal her life back along the way. With its glamorous international settings, intriguing suspense, complicated cons and even more complicated romance, Heist Society is stealing the hearts of Ally Carter fans everywhere. Read more

The Worst Class Trip Ever

Author: Dave Barry Genre: Adventure

In this hilarious misadventure from Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist Dave Barry, a middle schooler and his friends try to save the president when their class trip goes off the rails. Eighth grader Wyatt Palmer’s primary goal on the class trip to Washington, D.C. is to avoid embarrassment in front of his dream girl, Suzana. That dream is crushed before they even get off the plane, when his best friend Matt notices two rather suspicious men seated behind them … and decides to steal their mysterious luggage. What do you get when you combine a bunch of hormonal thirteen-year-old boys and a perceived threat against the White House? You get in trouble—not just with the teachers, who are losing patience, but with the mysterious men from Row 11. In this funny, fast-paced adventure in the nation’s capital, Wyatt and his friends, including a fearless Suzana, try to stay out of danger (and out of the doghouse) while chasing down an enormous threat to national security … or so they think. Read more

Class Action

Author: Steven B. Frank Genre: Comedy

NO. MORE. HOMEWORK. That’s what sixth grader Sam Warren tells his teacher while standing on top of his desk. He's fed up with doing endless tasks from the time he gets home to the time he goes to sleep. Suspended for his protest, Sam decides to fight back. He recruits his elderly neighbor/retired attorney Mr. Kalman to help him file a class action lawsuit on behalf of all students in Los Angeles. Their argument? Homework is unconstitutional. With a ragtag team—aspiring masterchef Alistair, numbers gal Catalina, sports whiz Jaesang, rebel big sister Sadie and her tech-savvy boyfriend Sean—Sam takes his case to federal court. He learns about the justice system, kids’ rights, and constitutional law. And he learns that no matter how many times you get knocked down, there's always an appeal...until the nine justices have the last say. Will Sam's quest end in an epic fail, or will he be the hero who saves childhood for all time? Read more

Hot Mess (Diary of a Wimpy Kid)

Author: Jeff Kinney Genre: Comedy

In Hot Mess, book 19 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley is in for a particularly awkward summer with his whole family. When the Heffleys agree to spend summer break with both Mom's and Dad's relatives at the same time, they have to figure out how to be in two places at once. With Greg caught in the middle, can the Heffleys pull off the ultimate scheme? Or will their vacation turn into a hilarious hot mess? This sidesplittingly relatable summer story is the funniest Wimpy Kid book yet! Collect all the books in the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (#1) Rodrick Rules (#2) The Last Straw (#3) Dog Days (#4) The Ugly Truth (#5) Cabin Fever (#6) The Third Wheel (#7) Hard Luck (#8) The Long Haul (#9) Old School (#10) Double Down (#11) The Getaway (#12) The Meltdown (#13) Wrecking Ball (#14) The Deep End (#15) Big Shot (#16) Diper Överlöde (#17) No Brainer (#18) Hot Mess (#19) See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley's best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories Read more

This Book Is On Fire!: A Funny And Interactive Story For Kids (Finn the Frog Collection®)

Author: Ron Keres Genre: Comedy Illustrator: Arthur Lin

From the creators of the best-selling This Book Is Perfect! comes a sizzling children’s book that tackles the trials of dealing with picky eaters… Meet Finn the Frog, who takes immense pride in his extraordinary book. But even more than that, Finn is renowned for his world-famous kitchen and his exceptional culinary skills. With his self-proclaimed greatness as a chef, he believes he can conquer any cooking challenge. Little does he know, he’s about to face one of the most formidable opponents in the culinary world— cooking for a picky kid. In this fiery and interactive journey, Finn sets out to please his hungry reader with dish after dish. Will his froggy flavors ignite into culinary chaos , or will Finn discover the secret ingredient to win over the finicky eater? This Book Is On Fire! is a funny picture book for 6 year olds and a favorite for bedtime stories , classroom read-alouds, and long car rides. With bright, playful illustrations, this hilarious adventure delivers a gentle social-emotional lesson about trying new things, staying open-minded, and not giving up. Great for boys and girls who love silly humor, food-themed fun, and interactive stories, this comedic tale makes a perfect gift for kids ages 4–8 and grades K–3. Order your copy today and share the laughter with your little ones! Other Books in the Finn the Frog Collection: This Book Is Perfect! This Book Is A Mistake! This Book Stinks! This Book Is Viral! This Book Is Mine! This Book Needs Color! Read more

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (BK1)

Author: Jeff Kinney Genre: Comedy

Being a kid can really stink. And no one knows this better than Greg Heffley, who finds himself thrust into high school where undersized weaklings share the hallways with kids who are taller, meaner, and already shaving. Luckily Greg has his best friend and sidekick, Rowley. But when Rowley's popularity starts to rise, it kicks off a chain of events that will test their friendship in hilarious fashion. The all-new animated adventure Diary of a Wimpy Kid is streaming December 3 on Disney+. Read more

Hot Mess: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (19)

Author: Jeff Kinney Genre: Comedy

The pressure is building for Greg Heffley, who discovers that when you mix heaps of family, a tiny beach house, and sweltering heat, it’s a recipe for disaster. Speaking of recipes—the secret ingredients behind Gramma’s famous meatballs have been closely guarded for years. Can Greg unpack all of his family’s mysteries before their vacation is over? Or will he just stir the pot? This sidesplittingly relatable summer story is the funniest Wimpy Kid book yet! Read more

Ugly Truth (Diary of a Wimpy Kid)

Author: Jeff Kinney Genre: Comedy

Product Description The fifth book in Jeff Kinney's phenomenally successful Wimpy Kid series - now in paperback. Catch the hapless Greg Heffley as he navigates his way through family and school life with his best friend, Rowley, by his side in a brand new Wimpy Kid adventure! About the Author The Diary of A Wimpy Kid series is an international bestseller and has now been made into two blockbuster films. As well as being a bestselling author, Jeff is also an online developer and designer. He lives with his family in Massachusetts, USA. Read more