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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2000
The Case of the Missing Monkey
A glass monkey is missing. Can detectives solve the mystery?
48 pages· 1,683 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 309 ratings
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Books About Comedy · 14 titles considered
The Best Comedy Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about comedy? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Comedy
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018
The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever
Can Jamie Grimm win the world kid comic contest or lose his comedic crown?
336 pages· 39,190 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 756 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
School of Laughs
A young comedian must teach humor to save his school library.
320 pages· 32,250 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,286 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013
I Even Funnier
A young comic faces a choice: pursue his dreams or support his loved ones in crisis.
368 pages· 35,797 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 6,281 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015
I Funny TV
Can Jamie handle the pressure of starring in his own TV show?
336 pages· 34,361 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,527 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016
Who Was Charlie Chaplin?
Discover the true story behind the comic genius who became a legend and faced exile.
112 pages· 7,821 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 406 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
My Life Is a Joke
Can Jacky balance summer responsibilities and her dream to perform onstage?
352 pages· 32,908 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,371 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015
I Totally Funniest
A young comic faces fame's pressure and risks losing everything for a Hollywood win.
336 pages· 32,915 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,241 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010
Lunch Lady and the Summer Camp Shakedown
A group of campers and counselors at a summer camp are terrorized by a mysterious swamp monster.
96 pages· 2,640 words· Est. 30 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,830 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2020
Stand Up, Yumi Chung!
By Jessica Kim
A mistaken identity at comedy camp forces a shy girl to choose between truth and her dreams.
320 pages· 49,427 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 3,920 ratings
$16.99
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Comedy Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about comedy for developing and independent readers.
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Operation: Shufongfong
Ages 7–10 · 2018
Lizards vanish from the museum. Can Geronimo solve the mystery?
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This Will Be Funny Someday
Ages 13–+ · 2021
A teen's secret comedy life clashes with her reality. Will she stand up for herself?
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Real Pigeons Splash Back
Ages 8–12 · 2021
A group of pigeons must solve a series of mysteries and crimes in their city.
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Who Was Betty White?
Ages 8–11 · 2023
A biography of Betty White's life and career in show business