Step right up and meet the strange, silly, and undeniably hilarious cast of characters waiting inside these pages. From the mysterious Baloney Belly Billy to the delightfully odd Gloopy Gloopers, every turn of the page introduces a new, unforgettable face. This wildly popular collection of poetry is packed with bouncy rhythms, catchy rhymes, and situations that are wonderfully absurd. Whether you love reading about mischievous kids, peculiar monsters, or everyday events gone completely wrong, there is a poem here to make you smile. Jack Prelutsky has a special talent for turning the English language upside down and backwards, creating verses that are as fun to read aloud as they are to read silently. Grab a comfortable seat and get ready to laugh your way through one of the most entertaining poetry books you will ever read.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
159 Pages
Sally knows a lady in her neighborhood who makes the world feel warmer. The lady grows flowers, waves when children pass her house, and bakes cookies at Christmastime. She is not famous or grand, but Sally notices the kindness in the small things she does.
I Know a Lady is a gentle picture book about community, friendship across generations, and the quiet importance of being seen. Its story helps young readers appreciate the people who make a neighborhood feel like home: the ones who remember you, greet you, and share simple gifts. Warm and observant, it is a lovely choice for children ages six to eight who enjoy realistic stories about kindness, neighbors, and everyday connection.
6-8 Years
28 Pages
Something big has definitely arrived, and it is bringing a massive dose of laughter right along with it. In this spectacular collection of funny verses, you will meet a bizarre and lovable cast of characters that will stay with you long after you close the cover. Prepare to cross paths with four extremely vain tortoises, a highly cultured rat, the incredibly strong Super Samson Simpson, and a piece of meatloaf that is so tough it can completely ruin an ax. From flying hotdogs to peculiar pets, the imagination in these pages knows absolutely no bounds. The bouncy rhymes and catchy rhythms make these poems incredibly easy to read aloud, memorize, and chant with your friends. If you enjoy pure silliness, strange situations, and words that make you giggle, this book is an absolute must read.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
160 Pages
How hungry do you have to be to eat a pizza as massive as a star? Get ready to stretch your imagination and your laugh muscles in this enormous collection of wildly funny poetry. From food that defies the laws of physics to strange creatures doing impossible things, these rhymes celebrate the absolute joy of pure nonsense. You will find yourself reading about ridiculous situations, peculiar people, and ideas that are so silly they actually make perfect sense. The bouncy rhythms and incredibly clever wordplay make these verses impossible to read without smiling. Whether you are reading silently in your room or chanting the lines out loud with your friends, the energy inside these pages is completely contagious. Open the cover, grab a huge slice of fun, and let the laughter begin.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
164 Pages
Meet Abigail. She is in the third grade, and she thinks she is absolutely brilliant. That is why she calls herself The Great One. Meet Jacob. He is in the first grade, and according to his sister, he is a massive nuisance. That is why she calls him The Pain. Whether they are getting bad haircuts, learning how to ride a bicycle, or helping out with Saturday morning chores, these two siblings rarely agree on anything. Jacob thinks his older sister is too bossy, while Abigail thinks her little brother gets away with everything. But even though they argue constantly and drive each other completely crazy, they secretly know that life would be incredibly boring without one another. Dive into seven funny, warmhearted adventures that perfectly capture the ups and downs of living with a sibling.
6-8 Years
128 Pages
First grader Jacob and third grader Abigail are back, and they still do not see eye to eye. To Jacob, his older sister will always be The Great One. To Abigail, her little brother will forever be The Pain. But when they are at school, they realize that having a sibling in the same building can actually be surprisingly helpful. Whether it is dealing with a loose tooth that falls out on the school bus, trying to catch a runaway visitor on Bring Your Pet to School Day, or standing up to a mean bully who calls you names, some days are just easier when you have family nearby. Even their cat, Fluzzy, seems to understand that siblings need to stick together. Join this hilarious duo for a brand new set of everyday adventures that prove nobody has your back quite like a brother or sister.
6-8 Years
109 Pages
