This Book is a Joke (The Listies)

Name: This Book is a Joke (The Listies)
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SKU: 9781760978280
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By Matt Kelly and Richard Higgins

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Prepare to laugh ... A lot! Jam-packed with jokes, not factual facts, silly one-liners, activities, and hilarious illustrations, This Book is a Joke (The Listies) is guaranteed to have you in stitches. Q: Did you hear about the vet that spoiled the surprise party? A: They... Read More

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Prepare to laugh ... A lot! Jam-packed with jokes, not factual facts, silly one-liners, activities, and hilarious illustrations, This Book is a Joke (The Listies) is guaranteed to have you in stitches.

Q: Did you hear about the vet that spoiled the surprise party?
A: They let the cat out of the bag

Q: What is the most popular haircut for a goldfish?
A: A bowl cut.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760978280

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2025

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Contributors:

Illustrated by Richard Higgins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 160

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