The Best Ever Book of Funny Poems: questions to ask and activities to try
A hilarious collection of giggle-worthy poems. The Best Ever Book of Funny Poems is perfect for reading aloud.
What age is it for? The Best Ever Book of Funny Poems is best for ages 7–11. Good for: Giggle-worthy poems to read aloud.
The Best Ever Book of Funny Poems (Brian Moses)
- Age
- 7-11
- Best for
- Giggle-worthy poems to read aloud
Take turns reading a poem each. Choose your favourite to learn by heart.
What it helps with
- Enjoying poetry
- Humour and wordplay
- Reading aloud
- Performing
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “Which poem was funniest?”
- “Why was it funny?”
- “Which would you read to a friend?”
- “Which rhymes were clever?”
- “Can you learn one by heart?”
- “What would your funny poem be about?”
5-minute activities to try together
Poem performance
Perform a funny poem at dinner.
Write a funny poem
Write a four-line funny poem about a pet or teacher.
Free printables: The Best Ever Book of Funny Poems worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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