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No More Homework! No More Tests!: Kids Favorite Funny School Poems

No More Homework! No More Tests!: Kids Favorite Funny School Poems

By Bruce Lansky 80 pages Children

Danny Says

I have always enjoyed Bruce Lansky’s silly poems, and after hanging out with him at the Poetry Olio in San Antonio I can now say that I love him! What a great guy who “gets it.” This wonderful anthology of silly poems by some of the greatest children’s poets will definitely leave your kids laughing hysterically. Great for read alouds!
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Platypus Police Squad: The Frog Who Croaked

Platypus Police Squad: The Frog Who Croaked

By Jarrett J. Krosoczka 240 pages Children

Danny Says

If you ever have the chance to see Jarrett Krosoczka speak, jump out of your chair and get a ticket. His wicked sense of humor, tempered by a huge heart, come through on the pages of all of his books, and I am very excited about his latest series of books, the Platypus Police Squad. 
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The Cinder-Eyed Cats

The Cinder-Eyed Cats

By Eric Rohmann 40 pages Children

Danny Says

The cover art alone will mesmerize you, and you and your children will add this to your favorite books to read at bedtime – GUARANTEED.
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I'd Really Like to Eat a Child

I'd Really Like to Eat a Child

By Sylviane Donnio 32 pages Children

Danny Says

How could you pass up a book with a title like that? Charming story of a scrawny alligator tired of eating bananas, with fun illustrations from Dorothee de Monfreid.
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Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House

Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House

By Haven Kimmel 160 pages Children

Danny Says

This book would make a wonderful precursor to students interested in reading Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key by Jack Gantos, as students (and parents, for that matter) delight in these relatable adventures of a third grade boy with ADHD.
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Amy's Travels

Amy's Travels

By Kathryn Starke Children

Danny Says

Why not teach your children about the continents this summer? This book is good for inspiring students to write about their own summer travels.
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The School for Cats (New York Review Children's Collection)

The School for Cats (New York Review Children's Collection)

By Esther Averill 32 pages Children

Danny Says

Here’s an oldie but goodie that many folks had forgotten about. The first in a series of a dozen books by New York Public Library children’s librarian and publisher Esther Averill, this classic follows the adventures of Jenny Linsky, the famous little black cat of Greenwich Village.
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The Name Jar

The Name Jar

By Yangsook Choi 40 pages Children

Danny Says

Lovely book about a young immigrant girl who is embarrassed after other kids tease her about her Korean name. She asks her classmates for name suggestions and eventually decides that her name is truly special. Simple, moving story with a great lesson.
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A Foot in the Mouth: Poems to Speak, Sing, and Shout

A Foot in the Mouth: Poems to Speak, Sing, and Shout

By Paul B. Janeczko 64 pages Children

Danny Says

With terrific illustrations by Chris Raschka, this book begs readers to read poems aloud, and it contains a good sampling of many different types. From limericks to tongue twisters, bilingual poems to group poems, Janeczko provides readers another example of why poetry is one of the best ways to build students’ love of language.
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[(Swim! Swim! )] [Author: James Proimos] [Feb-2011]

[(Swim! Swim! )] [Author: James Proimos] [Feb-2011]

By James Proimos Children

Danny Says

The author, under the pseudonym “Lerch,” provides readers with a funny story of friendship, as a tiny goldfish searches for company in his lonely fish bowl. Highly entertaining read aloud. For some reason I am obsessed with funny children’s stories involving fish. Can someone psychoanalyze me about this?
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Laff-O-Tronic Monster Jokes! (Laff-O-Tronic Joke Books!)

Laff-O-Tronic Monster Jokes! (Laff-O-Tronic Joke Books!)

By Michael Dahl 96 pages Children

Danny Says

Stone Arch produces all sorts of great books for kids, and boys especially love Michael Dahl’s books. Try this one as a way of enticing your reluctant reader son to read more.
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Lies and Other Tall Tales

Lies and Other Tall Tales

By Zora Neale Hurston,Joyce Carol Thomas 40 pages Children

Danny Says

I don’t know how I never saw this book before. Beautifully illustrated by one of my favorites, Christopher Myers, this collection of long-lost, one-line folktales is sure to spawn a classroom filled with students creating their own. Terrific fun.
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Francis and Eddie: The True Story of America's Underdogs

Francis and Eddie: The True Story of America's Underdogs

By Brad Herzog 32 pages Children

Danny Says

I am an avid golf fan. One of the greatest sports stories in American history is largely unknown, and that is of teenager Francis Ouimet’s remarkable U.S. Open upset at Brookline 100 years ago this year. There are so many amazing parts to this story, one of which is that of the lifelong friendship of Francis with his then 10-year-old caddie Eddie Lowery. Herzog manages to cram a lot of great stuff in 32 pages, and Zachary Pullen’s illustrations are brilliant.
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Room on the Broom

Room on the Broom

By Julia Donaldson 32 pages Children

Danny Says

Had to include a fun Halloween title for the little ones. Donaldson’s fun adventures features terrific illustrations by Axel Scheffler and a memorable last page.
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No Two Alike (Classic Board Books)

No Two Alike (Classic Board Books)

By Keith Baker 36 pages Children

Danny Says

I met Keith Baker years ago at the Oregon Reading Association’s annual conference, and I found him to be a wonderfully engaging presenter. As happens too often, I forgot to feature any of his wonderful books. He is a stupendous children’s author and illustrator, and I hope you include this title in your library. This is a beautiful story of finding one’s uniqueness that should be featured in every classroom in America.
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