
In the first story, the scariest thing of all is an adorable pom-pom-tailed creature. Scaredy Squirrel has many fears and therefore, elaborate coping strategies. Scaredy Squirrel in a Nutshell by Melanie Watt (ages 6 – 10)
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(See also: best chapter book series for 2nd graders) This book is totally hilarious and you’ll love the child-like illustrations - it’s a favorite chapter book series for second graders. Until he realizes he’s about to be sacrificed… (see also: best chapter book series for 2nd graders)ĭory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon (ages 6 – 9) seriesĭory is one of my favorite book characters because her imagination is THE BEST! She has three imaginary friends: one monster friend, one fairy godmother that’s actually not a lady, and one bad lady nemesis. Okay, this is my new favorite early graphic novel series– it’s absolutely hysterical! The friends crash land in the Penguin world where Bird is dubbed the “Chosen One” –meant to save the penguins from the Great Whale. You will fall in love with Tank and Haggis.īird and Squirrel on Iceby James Burks (ages 6 – 9) series In a word: HILARIOUS! These two dog friends with opposite personalities (and intelligence) sail on a fun and silly pirate adventure. It’s funny, easy-to-read, and an entertaining story.Īll Paws on Deck (Haggis and Tank Unleashed #1) by Jessica Young (series) Kung Pow Chicken, and his little brother, Egg Drop, to solve this catastrophe before everyone in town ends up feather-less. (It happens.) When chickens start losing their feathers all in one POOF!, it’s up to Gordon, aka. Gordon Blue, an ordinary second-grade chicken, accidentally developed superpowers in his uncle’s laboratory. Kung Pow Chicken Let’s Get Cracking! by Cyndi Marko (ages 6 – 9) series (NOTE: This book reads more like a beginning chapter book than an early reader because of the complex vocabulary so even though it says Level 2, I disagree with the leveling.) Perfect for readers who like silliness, puns, and good conquering evil, this is the story of two friends, Dog and Nugget, who live in Gastropolis and start a kindness club to fight evil like the dastardly Dijon Mustard. Nugget and Hot Dog by Jason Tharp (ages 6 – 9) This is a feel-good friendship adventure told in graphic (cartoon) format that kids love! (Next in the series: Super Narwhal and Jelly Jolt.) You’ll love their carefree adventures - forming a pod, having parties, eating waffles, and imagining. Narwhal is exuberant to meet Jellyfish, his new imaginary friend who is imagining Narwhal, too. Narwhal Unicorn of the Sea by Ben Clanton (ages 6 – 8) series Or pick some funny books from this list and encourage your child to read the one that looks the silliest.įunny Books for Kids Beginning Chapter Books for Kids Ages 6 – 9 Go to FUNNY PICTURE BOOKS if you have children under age six. Because series are the BEST! Once you like the first book, you can keep reading books in the series. I’ve indicated the age range for each book and marked if it’s a series. Here’s a huge list of kids’ favorite funny chapter books books for growing readers ages six to sixteen. This means that funny stories are a great way to get kids engaged in a story, especially reluctant readers. Plus, we need to laugh, too, it’s scientifically proven. We’ve been reading the Wayside School stories at bedtime - and sometimes I get to laughing so much that I can’t keep reading. (Plus, they won’t be reading Captain Underpants forever!) Who doesn’t love to laugh and giggle through a story, right?Īnd in my opinion, any book that gets a child to read - to practice reading - is GOOD.

So many kids, reluctant readers included, become enthusiastic when they read funny books.
