Roald Dahl Whoppsy-Wiffling Joke Book by Roald Dahl (2–6)Ĭlassrooms that love classics from this timeless author will enjoy how the funnies are arranged on spreads linked to favorite titles. (What do you get if you deposit a skunk in your bank account? Dollars and scents.) 7. Heavy on the puns, break out this title when you study homophones. Jokes ARE funnier when presented in speech bubbles on photos of smiling wild animals. The visual appeal of the titles in the Just Joking series is unparalleled. National Geographic Kids Just Joking LOL by National Geographic Kids (1–8) Kids can use the table of contents to head straight to the sections that match their interests-Funny Food, Dino Laughs, Hysterical History, and plenty more. Highlights has tons of joke books, but this one, as promised, is the heftiest. Laugh Attack!: The BIGGEST, Best Joke Book EVER by Highlights (K–5) (“What kind of animal has to wear a wig? A bald eagle.”) Use them as student pick-me-ups or compliment cards, or get creative and laminate them as part of a literacy center activity. It includes 100 funny, vocabulary-driven gems meant to be torn out and folded into little joke cards. ![]() Part of a four-book series, we can see teachers loving this pocket-size book even though it’s aimed at parents. Lunchbox Jokes: Animals by Deana Gunn (K–3) (Why are elephants so wrinkly? Have you ever tried to iron an elephant?”) This is a great title where you can find seasonal or curriculum-themed jokes to spice up your morning message. Themed spreads include jokes about everything from monsters to mice, and they’re some of the cutest we’ve seen. My First Joke Book by Amanda Enright (pre-K–2) Clever flaps open to reveal the “knocker” in each spread, including “Olive … you so much” and “Luke … out below!” It introduces the knock-knock-joke structure, using wordplay with names. Knock, Knock! Who’s There? by Tad Hills (pre-K–1)īefore he created lovable characters Duck and Goose and Rocket the Dog, Tad Hills gifted us this little classroom treasure. Simple, classic quips like “What kind of dog can tell time? A watch dog!” never fail to evoke a chuckle. The supportive illustrations are just right, too. ![]() The uncluttered layout of this title is perfect for newly minted joke readers: question on one page, answer on the reverse. Get the Giggles: A First Joke Book illustrated by Bronwen Davies (pre-K–1) We only recommend items our team loves! 1. Just a heads up, WeAreTeachers may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. ![]() We’ve sifted through the choices to let you know about ten standout joke collections sure to get students of all ages giggling. Plus, anyone who’s ever sat through a round of little kids’ nonsensical original knock-knock jokes will appreciate some professionally written alternatives. They can motivate reluctant readers, fill awkward transition times, build classroom community, and help teach vocabulary, content, and figures of speech in fun ways. Joke books can be a teacher’s secret sauce for so many reasons.
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