Funny children’s books to make parents giggle

At the beginning of this apparently simple picture book, the writer/illustrator confesses that he can only draw worms. And worms is what we get - helpfully differentiated by one having glasses, one being yellow for no particular reason. Although not much really happens in terms of story, the ongoing joke is effectively hilarious making this a great option for funny children's books.

Here we have a collection of funny children's books - this is a series of books! The third in the excellent giggle-inducing Super Magic Happy Forest series has a distinctly Lord of the Rings homage which will amuse parents to no end, and the semi-comic format is original yet accessible for young ones. There are plenty of funny details and captions to spot, whether it's the tavern keeper asking heroes to leave reviews on Quest Advisor, or the return of the tea-drinking goblins from book two.

This one has made the list of funny children's books because fart etiquette is universally funny. Part of the joy of this book, featuring the eternally amusing subject of farting, is the skilful depiction of a variety of farting faces belonging to all the different characters, with plenty of laughs guaranteed.

Where do your Easter eggs come from? Why, Mr Bunny's chocolate factory of course! Staffed by hardworking chickens like June, Vera and Debbie, it's a well-oiled choccy machine - until Mr Bunny, a chocolate capitalist, starts putting profits before poultry. Even Edgar the Quality Control Unicorn is no match for Mr Bunny, and chaos reigns until the chickens go on strike. I'm sure we can all relate to this workplace in one way or another...

Steven the seagull used to be a cop and is now retired (although Sergeant Starfish might call it dismissed). But Steven's old partner, Mac, needs him back - and soon. A dastardly criminal is stealing sand from the Beach City's beaches, leaving them peppered with holes. Who will save Beach City?

This story of mystery and friendship from Meg McLaren is easy-to-follow and fun for both children and adults as they discover hidden details and jokes within each illustration. But will you follow the clues to find the theif?

Spyder is a funky secret agent who lives in Tom's loft. This secret agent does not let her small size get in the way of her success, she is a fierce but likeable female character that both children and adults will admire. Children will love helping the secret agent, pouring over the lists, phone messages and addendums. The pace of the story fast and exciting, with plenty of puns to keep families chuckling away.

This simple concept about walls, and what they keep in and out, is exceptionally executed. But which side of the wall is really safe for the foolish knight, who believes the other side of the wall is full of danger? Maybe he was wrong about the wall, but you can interpret that how you like...

WARNING: Likely to induce fits of giggling in young and older readers. This quirky tale is told in a conversational style with deceptively simple illustrations that convey a sense of jeopardy as well as humour.

Who could forget Claude - a small plump dog in a stylish red sweater and beret - and he's back for a new adventure. Joined by sidekick Sir Bobblysock, this story sees a walk into town unexpectedly lead to Claude joining in Henrietta Highkick-Spin's dance class... and let's face it, we've all unwillingly walked into an exercise class before!