| Title | : | Just Joking |
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| ISBN | : | 0439424720 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780439424721 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 |
| Publication | : | Published December 1, 2003 |
ACE #1
Introducing a new series from the demented genius who brought you THE DAY MY BUTT WENT PSYCHO. Finally, the series that made Andy Griffiths an Australian publishing phenomenon is coming to America!
Before he introduced the world to butts gone beserk, Andy Griffiths unleashed the JUST books: outlandish collections of silly stories that turned him into a bestselling sensation. Now Andy brings his insane brand of humor to this side of the Pacific -- and American readers won't believe what they've been missing!
Ever skipped out on school by pretending you're dead? Ever convinced a friend that they're invisible? Ever been stuck in a gorilla suit and nearly put in a zoo? Andy has. In JUST KIDDING, join this joker as he attempts some of the best -- and worst -- practical jokes in history!
Just Joking Reviews
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Griffiths is such an exceptional writer that he could grab a kid's attention as well as an adult's. This collection of short stories are hilarious and highly creative, I am in awe (and seriously entertained) with each drawing on every page. Definitely a must read.
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Silly fun. Sort of dumb but not poorly written like some similar books.
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I don't really know how to rate this Just series by Andy Griffiths. There are about 10 stories in each book, so I guess I'll give one star per 2 stories that I liked!
Only two particular stories stuck with me. The first was 'Emergency spew relish' where Andy's on a plane ride and he does all sorts of tricks and gags to get the lady beside him to switch seats. The second was 'Beat the bomb!' where Andy and his friend impersonate and trick a mutual friend of theirs by pretending that he won a contest on the radio.
But I did kind of like 'Cockroach', 'A TerrIBLE Christmas and a CRappy New Year' and the funny drawings at the side, so I'll give this book 2 stars.
This Just series is really better left to the younger ones. I know I enjoyed this book a lot when I was younger, but now that I'm older, I just don't find the same 'immature' or 'gross' humor funny. The stories are fairly short, but full of humor and the drawings at the side will keep children who are reluctant to read, interested in the book. Best enjoyed by the young ones or if your sense of humor is just really goofy, like Andy's here. -
Oh my goodness if this wasn't the greatest series written for middle grade kids who want to be endlessly entertained then I don't know what is. These books are the most fantastic, imaginative, gross and wonderful stories, not to mention the illustrations! The book is filled with flip pictures, other smaller stories of cartoons across the pages and it is just SO entertaining. I have never laughed so much reading anything in my life, and despite being about twelve or so when I did read them all, I'm sure they'd still make me laugh just as hard now. Do your kids and yourself a favour and get hold of them all!
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This book is printed on paper made from 100% Dolphin Skin (recycled).
Fairly random, not really a chapter book so much as a story collection of isolated episodes, many with unpleasant endings for the protagonist ("Andy Griffiths"). A series of extended jokes, if you will. I enjoyed the multitude of little cartoons and gags in the margins as much as the actual text. -
its just like ridiculous knock knock jokes
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read it for a fourth grade book report. it made me lol many times. a pretty EZ read. quick too.
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Very funny! Weird story, but awesome!
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Loved these books!
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A book of very funny short stories about life as a middle schooler. Great to read aloud. Funny enough that non-readers will want to read.
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Taught this to students. They liked it. I thought it a little silly!
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i already did a paper book report for this book
