A Bad Case of the Giggles

Bruce Lansky

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A Bad Case of the Giggles

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Kids' Favorite Funny Poems

by Bruce Lansky

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Laughter bursts out suddenly in the middle of class, and nobody knows why! Silly poems twist and turn with unexpected rhymes that keep you guessing. But can the giggles ever really stop?

Themes

HumorPoetryJuvenile NonfictionLiterary Collections

Quick Assessment

This book offers a lively collection of humorous poems by well-known and lesser-known authors, perfect for children ages 9 to 12. The poems use fun rhythms and rhymes that encourage reading fluency and a love of poetry. Content is light-hearted and suitable for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

114 pages
ISBN
0881662135
Pages
114
Publisher
Meadowbrook Press
Published
1994
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HumorFormLimericks & VerseLiterary Criticism & CollectionsPoetryHumorous