You Quack Me Up: 800 Animal Jokes for Kids
What’s inside...
You Quack Me Up delivers 800 clean, kid–tested jokes, riddles, and one-liners, all built around animals—from barnyard quips to jungle puns and ocean-inspired knock-knocks. Arranged in short themed sections, every page invites laughter, wordplay, and chances for children to share humor with friends or family. With simple line drawings and tip boxes on how to tell a joke, the collection doubles as an introduction to timing, vocabulary, and confident public speaking.
Age
5-11
Length
208 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which joke made you laugh the hardest and why?
How does a pun work, and can you create one?
What new animal fact did you learn from a sidebar?
Why is it important to know your audience when telling jokes?
How can humor help when you feel nervous or sad?
Tip: Role play these questions
Take turns performing jokes aloud to model delivery.
Pause to explain any double meanings to strengthen comprehension.
Challenge children to invent original jokes about a family pet.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Language can be playful.
Explanation: Puns and riddles show words have multiple meanings.
Real-World Application: Helps children appreciate reading and creative writing.
Example Lesson: Confidence grows through practice.
Explanation: Tip boxes guide children to rehearse aloud.
Real-World Application: Useful for class presentations or speaking up in groups.
Example Lesson: Laughter builds friendships.
Explanation: Sharing jokes becomes a social bridge at school.
Real-World Application: Kids can use humor to ease new-friend jitters.