Tag Archives: Funny

“Is This Spring,” by Helen Yoon

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Becky

Achoo! Spring is here and so is an excited puppy dog.  He takes his over-the-top energy outside where he romps around in the new growth and makes snow angels in the dirt. He is having a great time until he … Continue reading →

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“Interrupting Chicken Saves the Nutcracker,” by David Ezra Stein

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Becky

Unlike Any Nutcracker Performance You’ve Seen Chicken goes to see The Nutcracker, but can’t help herself, and keeps interrupting the performance by jumping on the stage.  Each time she does it bring hilarious results. First, she does it to show … Continue reading →

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“Our Gorgeous Baby,” by Smriti Prasadam-Halls

Posted on June 1, 2025 by WordPress.com Support

The New Baby This title is a tongue-in-check statement by a sibling referring to her new sister.  As people talk about their gorgeous baby, the sister points out the not so wonderful things that she does.  For instance, being awakened … Continue reading →

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“Bunnies on the Bus,” by Philip Ardagh

Posted on May 8, 2025 by WordPress.com Support

Illustrated by Ben Mantle Oh No, Bunnies on the Bus! Get ready for some hilarity.  The bunnies are back, and this time they have taken over a bus.  As they zoom through the town, they ignore the bus stops, even … Continue reading →

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“The Phantom of the Organ: And Other Mysteries of St. Matthews,” by Susan Barnett Braun

Posted on March 15, 2025 by Becky

The Curious Happenings at St. Matthews! Melody plays the organ for St. Matthews, a small church in a little town.  Although she is in a compact community, many questionable things happen.  They keep Melody on her toes as she tries … Continue reading →

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“Bunnies in a Sleigh,” by Philip Ardagh

Posted on November 21, 2024 by WordPress.com Support

Ben Mantle, Illustrator Holiday Crazies! Be ready for a zany Christmas Eve.  All the elves at the North Pole, have made themselves sick by eating too many candy canes, so they cannot help Santa.   Just in time, a bunch … Continue reading →

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“Go and Get with Rex,” by David LaRochelle

Posted on May 29, 2024 by WordPress.com Support

What Starts with a D? Join Rex, the dog, as he plays an alphabet game.  When a letter is picked, something that begins with that letter must be found.  Each time, when three different letters are called, none of which … Continue reading →

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“To Catch a Coronet,” by Grace Hitchcock

Posted on May 18, 2024 by WordPress.com Support

Murder, Mayhem, and Matrimony! Because of her mother’s marriage, Muriel went from a lowly baker to the step-daughter of a fabulously wealthy man. Ever since, she has tried to behave the way society expects, but has failed miserably. Her antics … Continue reading →

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“Mercy Watson is Missing,” by Kate DiCamillo

Posted on January 11, 2024 by WordPress.com Support

Illustrated by Chris Van Dusen But This Little Piggy Went Wee, Wee, Wee! Mercy, the favorite pig and family member of Mr. and Mrs. Watson, is missing, and they are beside themselves with worry.  The longer she is gone, the … Continue reading →

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“All’s Fair in Love and Christmas,” by Sarah Monzon

Posted on December 30, 2023 by WordPress.com Support

Haul Out the Holly! Mackenzie has just found out she is pitted against her secret crush, Jeremy, for a promotion at work. It is Christmastime, and their boss loves the season, and promotes people who have the most holiday spirit. … Continue reading →

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