Funny Children's Books to Read Aloud

Updated April 28, 2021

These favorite funny children's books to read aloud are instant classics with kids...and with the adults who read them over and over (and over) again.

Silly humor and funny jokes will encourage kids to read along, turn the pages, and interact with books in new and fun ways.

Parents say these are the best funny books for kids, perfect for reading to a classroom, birthday gift giving, and adding some giggles to your bedtime story routine. What are your family's favorite funny read alouds? Suggest them below, and be sure to browse our favorite chapter books to read aloud with kids, too!

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Bark, George

Sue Krawitz Tandoc said: In this hilarious book byJules Feiffer, a puppy named George cannot bark. He makes every other animal sound including oink, quack and meow. His mother takes him to the vet to discover where the sounds are coming from!

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Frog on a Log?

Jennie Utsinger said: In this playful book by Kes Gray, a knowledgeable cat informs a frog that frogs must sit on logs. Embark on a rhyming adventure as the frog continues to wonder what various other animals must sit on. From puffins to apes, the cat has an answer to everything. Watch out for the poor frog when he finally asks what dogs sit on!

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Rhyming Dust Bunnies

Kelly R. said:

This is the story of dust bunnies who speak in rhyme, and the odd-man-out who goes against the grain when trying to warn them of a disastrous fate. Jan Thomas has a knack for writing funny books for kids that are engaging, simple and hilarious, so check out her entire collection. Make sure to read them with your A-game silly voice, because it makes all the difference.

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The Princess and the Pig

Sue Krawitz Tandoc said: The Princess and the Pig by Jonathan Emmett is the hilarious story about a princess and a pig that accidentally switch places, leading the royal parents to believe their daughter turned into a pig and the farmer and his wife to believe their pig turned into a baby girl. Humorous and enjoyable for boys and girls!