4th Grade humor AR Books

Professor Pippy P. Poopypants is a genius inventor whose silly name keeps him from being taken seriously—until his wacky gadgets cause big trouble at school. George and Harold get swept up in the chaos, and only Captain Underpants can try to set things right. Packed with cartoons, wordplay, and laugh-out-loud pranks, this fast-paced adventure is perfect for reluctant and eager readers alike. Kids love the outrageous humor, the mix of comics and text, and the chance to cheer for an unlikely hero.

Bad Kitty gets pulled into a neighborhood election when the cats on each side of the street choose their own candidates and campaign for president of the Cat Coalition. Through silly mishaps, campaign posters, and debates, kids learn the basics of voting, registering, and how elections work. Nick Bruel’s trademark humor, cartoons, and asides make civics easy to understand and fun to read. Great for elementary readers who like laugh-out-loud stories with a little real-world knowledge mixed in.

Fourth-grade pranksters George and Harold love making comic books, and their greatest creation is the hilariously heroic Captain Underpants. When their imagination spills into real life, everyday school becomes a whirlwind of goofy gadgets and over-the-top adventures. This color edition adds bright, eye-catching art to the fast-paced, joke-packed story that keeps even reluctant readers turning pages. Perfect for grades 2–5 who enjoy silly humor, comics, and high-energy escapades.

Rudy Miller is a brilliant, stubborn kid who’s determined to hate every second of summer camp—and escape it if he can. With deadpan humor and endless schemes, he teams up with a like‑minded camper to outsmart counselors and every rule in their path. The pranks and one‑liners keep the pace zippy, while the camp setting feels instantly familiar to kids. Perfect for readers who enjoy clever humor, underdog heroes, and stories about finding your people in unexpected places.

Meet Eloise, a wildly imaginative six-year-old who lives in New York City’s Plaza Hotel and turns everyday life into a grand adventure. Through her lively voice and Hilary Knight’s detailed illustrations, readers follow her hilarious escapades with her Nanny, pets, and the long-suffering hotel staff. It’s a playful look at childhood energy and independence set against a glamorous city backdrop. Perfect for read-alouds and for young independent readers who enjoy humor, fast-paced chatter, and lots to look at on every page.

A sports-loving kid who hates reading gets knocked out at his school book fair and wakes up inside one story after another. He must navigate a whirlwind of genres—mystery, fantasy, sci‑fi, horror, historical fiction, even romance—to find his way back to the real world. Fast, funny chapters keep readers turning pages while slyly introducing the flavor of many kinds of books. Perfect for middle graders who like humor and adventure—or anyone who’s ever said they don’t like to read.

George and Harold’s latest prank backfires when the school cafeteria ladies quit—only to be replaced by three very suspicious newcomers from outer space. When trouble boils over, it’s up to their waistbanded hero, Captain Underpants, to save the day. Packed with wild humor, flip-o-rama action, and zany illustrations, this color edition makes the adventure pop for today’s readers. Perfect for fans of goofy, high-energy stories and reluctant readers who love lots of laughs.

George and Harold’s comic-book hero springs to life again when a trio of alien cafeteria ladies hatches a plan to take over their school. Expect zany humor, flip-o-ramas, and fast-paced action as the boys use their creativity (and Captain Underpants) to save the day. Perfect for kids who like goofy jokes and comics, this adventure is easy to pick up and hard to put down. Great for building confidence in developing and reluctant readers.

George and Harold’s latest prank goes wildly wrong, unleashing an army of talking toilets on their school. Luckily, their underwear-clad superhero springs into action for a zany, high-energy rescue. Fast-paced chapters, comics, flip-o-ramas, and plenty of silly humor make this a hit with reluctant and avid readers alike. Perfect for kids who enjoy goofy jokes, school stories, and superhero spoofs.

This humorous picture book offers a wildly imaginative guide to pirate life, from eye patches and parrots to treasure and tall tales. Tom Lichtenheld’s cartoon-style art and jokey captions deliver laugh-out-loud “facts” that invite kids to question, giggle, and imagine. It’s a lively read-aloud that appeals to pirate fans and reluctant readers alike. Perfect for early elementary readers who love humor and visual storytelling.

Jack prides himself on knowing the line between daring and dumb—until a backyard stunt with the wild Pagoda brothers pushes him to rethink his judgment. What starts as goofy fun turns into a gross-out emergency, told with Jack Gantos’s signature wit. This short, fast, and funny read is perfect for middle graders who love outrageous situations and laugh-out-loud storytelling. Great for reluctant readers who enjoy high-energy humor with just a hint of ewww.

Joe has to write to a real author for a school assignment, but the one he picks isn’t exactly excited to answer his questions. What follows is a funny back-and-forth that shows how tricky—and rewarding—communicating with adults can be. Jon Scieszka and Kate DiCamillo team up for a sharp, witty short story that celebrates perseverance and finding your voice. Perfect for middle graders who like humor, quick reads, and stories told through letters and messages.

This cheeky collection of ten short stories follows a master prankster through school, home, and everywhere mischief can happen. Packed with cartoon-style illustrations and fast, funny twists, it’s perfect for readers who love practical jokes, surprises, and a little gross-out humor. Short chapters and big laughs make it a great pick for reluctant readers and fans of quick reads. Ideal for kids who enjoy humorous, contemporary school stories with lots of personality.

A fast, funny collection of short, illustrated misadventures from Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. Each story piles on outrageous situations, slapstick hijinks, and cartoon-style chaos that keep pages turning. Short chapters, lots of pictures, and big laughs make it a great pick for reluctant readers in upper elementary and middle school. Kids enjoy the over-the-top humor, unexpected twists, and the familiar kid-vs.-world scenarios.

This giggle-packed National Geographic Kids collection serves up animal puns, silly captions, tongue twisters, and real-life tidbits that kids can share with friends. Bright photos of furry, scaly, and feathery creatures pair with quick jokes and bite-size facts for easy, pick-up-and-read fun. It’s perfect for animal lovers and jokesters who enjoy short reads, meme-style humor, and surprising trivia. Great for car rides, brain breaks, or building confidence with light, high-interest reading.

Packed with 300 kid-approved jokes, tongue twisters, knock-knocks, and riddles, Just Joking Sidesplitters delivers fast, funny reads on every page. Bright National Geographic photos and playful layouts keep readers flipping and sharing with friends and family. It’s an easy pick for car rides, recess, or brain breaks, and helps build vocabulary and wordplay skills without feeling like homework. Perfect for kids who love to make people laugh.

This collection of prank-filled short stories follows Andy and his best mate Danny as their clever (and sometimes gross) tricks spiral into laugh-out-loud chaos at school, at home, and everywhere in between. Fast-paced chapters and Terry Denton’s energetic cartoons make it a great pick for reluctant readers. The humor is cheeky but good-natured, with plenty of unexpected twists. Perfect for middle graders who love outrageous situations and quick, funny reads.

Get ready to giggle! This fifth collection in the National Geographic Kids Just Joking series packs 300 kid-friendly jokes, riddles, and tongue twisters—many with a wild animal twist—plus bright photos that add to the fun. It’s perfect for sharing with friends, livening up car rides, or reading aloud. The bite-size format encourages independent reading while building wordplay skills and confidence.

Step into Mrs. Jewls’s class at the wonderfully wacky Wayside School and tackle dozens of math and logic puzzles woven into quick, funny classroom scenes. Kids are invited to solve brainteasers right alongside the students, turning reading time into a playful challenge. It’s a great pick for readers who like humor, wordplay, and thinking outside the box. Perfect for grades 3–6, it builds problem‑solving confidence while keeping the laughs coming.

This playful companion to Holes reads like a tongue-in-cheek field manual from Stanley himself, packed with survival tips, funny lists, and fresh anecdotes about life at Camp Green Lake. Short, illustrated sections and plenty of humor make it a fast, high-interest read. It’s perfect for fans of Holes who want more time with Stanley, Zero, and the D-tent crew. Great for grades 4–7 and reluctant readers looking for laughs and a quick return to a favorite setting.

This humorous companion to Holes is written as a tongue‑in‑cheek manual for surviving the blistering days and strict routines at Camp Green Lake. Through funny tips, mock rules, and character profiles, readers get a playful peek behind the scenes of Stanley Yelnats’s world. It’s a quick, quirky read perfect for fans of Holes and for reluctant readers who enjoy short, joke‑filled chapters. Great for grades 4–8 who like humor mixed with adventure.

This hilariously irreverent guide turns the human body inside out with goofy diagrams, wild explanations, and totally made-up 'facts.' Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton deliver rapid-fire jokes and cartoons that make kids giggle while they explore everything from noses to toes. Short, punchy sections and lots of illustrations make it perfect for reluctant readers and fans of silly, gross-out humor. Great for ages 8–12 who love the Treehouse books and comedy-packed reads.

In this over-the-top sequel to The Day My Butt Went Psycho, Zack and his friends face a hilarious, intergalactic butt invasion. Packed with slapstick action, zany gadgets, and nonstop jokes, it’s a fast-paced read that keeps kids turning pages. Perfect for readers who love goofy humor and sci-fi adventures, it also celebrates teamwork and quick thinking. A great pick for reluctant readers who want big laughs and short, punchy chapters.