Books like A Whale of a Time: Funny Poems for Each Day of the Year
Award winning
If Kids Ruled the School: Kids' Favorite Funny School Poems (Giggle Poetry)
Bruce Lansky, Stephen Carpenter, 2004
80 pages
Why to read
Fosters laughter and joy in children’s reading experiences.
Enhances imagination through whimsical poetry about school life.
Supports literacy skills with rhythmic, engaging text.
If Kids Ruled the School: Kids' Favorite Funny School Poems (Giggle Poetry)
Bruce Lansky, Stephen Carpenter, 2004
I Don't Like Poetry
Joshua Seigal, Chris Piascik, 2016
88 pages
Why to read
Humorous, engaging verses spark children’s interest in poetry.
Addresses common childhood aversion to poetry relatably.
Encourages creativity and appreciation for linguistic play.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
I Don't Like Poetry
Joshua Seigal, Chris Piascik, 2016
Award winning
Daddy Poems
John Micklos Jr., Robert Casilla, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the unique bond between fathers and children.
Enhances emotional literacy and expression.
Engages young readers with lyrical, playful language.
Encourages appreciation for poetry and creative writing.
Daddy Poems
John Micklos Jr., Robert Casilla, 2000
Award winning
Songs of Myself: An Anthology of Poems and Art
Georgia Heard, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity through diverse poems and inspiring artwork.
Enhances language skills and emotional expression in young readers.
Encourages self-discovery and empathy through reflective themes.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Songs of Myself: An Anthology of Poems and Art
Georgia Heard, 2000
Award winning
Come to My Party and Other Shape Poems
Heidi Roemer, Hideko Takahashi, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging poems invite children to explore shapes creatively.
Enhances visual and spatial understanding through playful poems.
Stimulates early literacy skills among preschool and early learners.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Come to My Party and Other Shape Poems
Heidi Roemer, Hideko Takahashi, 2004
Award winning
My Parents Think I'm Sleeping (I Can Read Level 3)
Jack Prelutsky, Yossi Abolafia, 1985
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances creativity with delightful, imaginative themes.
Builds reading confidence for independent young readers.
Engages children in exploring nighttime thoughts and adventures.
Supports language development through rhymes and structures.
My Parents Think I'm Sleeping (I Can Read Level 3)
Jack Prelutsky, Yossi Abolafia, 1985
Award winning
A Book of Coupons
Susie Morgenstern, Serge Bloch, 2003
80 pages
Why to read
Engages children with humorous and creative storytelling.
Features unique characters, fostering empathy and connection.
Encourages creative thinking through whimsical plot twists.
Ideal for family reading, strengthening bonds and literacy.
A Book of Coupons
Susie Morgenstern, Serge Bloch, 2003
Award winning
Bubblegum Delicious
Dennis Lee, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates imagination and creativity. - Features relatable, diverse characters for young readers. - Enhances language skills through playful rhymes and scenarios. - Encourages joy and bonding in shared reading moments.
