Laugh out Loud Funny Books that may be a Good Fit for Christian Families

Are you looking for books that with good, clean humor? Maybe you’re looking for alternatives to Diary of a Wimpy Kid— I’m here to help! Here are some titles to consider.

From youngest to oldest (loosely):

The Inspector Flytrap Series by Tom Angleberger & Cece Bell

Age: Early Elementary

This carniverous plant and his sidekick goat are very silly. It’s a bit edgy; check out the reviews to make sure it aligns with your family values. I like some books more than others in this series and in the spinoffs.

The Clarice Bean Series by Lauren Child

Reading level: Early Elementary, Mid Elementary

Clarice will never win a Miss Congeniality award, but her honest observations tickled the funny bone in both me my and my son. Her snark is not for everyone, but take a look at this review to make sure it’s a good fit. The easiest to recommend is “Scram,” but I liked others in the series, even if I recognize they might not be a good fit for some families.

The Wedgie and Gizmo Series by Suzanne Selfors

Reading Level: Early Elementary, Mid Elementary, Late Elementary

This is one of my favorites to recommend, and every family who I send it to responds with enthusiastic thumbs up. Good clean humor from the perspective of an overenthusiastic dog and a gunnea pig with evil plans to take over the world. You don’t even have to be an animal lover to laugh at this one. There are a few possible concerns; my reviews give what you need to know.

Rocket and Groot: Stranded on Planet Strip Mall! by Tom Angleberger

Age: Middle Elementary, Late Elementary, Middle School

This book pokes hilarious fun at materialism. Highly recommended. Double check this review to make sure it’s a good fit.

The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me by Roald Dahl

Reading level: Mid Elementary, Late Elementary

This is one of the easiest Roald Dahl books for me to recommend. While others tend to have a bit of a dark treatment of precious children of God, this one is good clean fun. My streamlined review gives what you need to know before diving in.

The Mac B. Kid Spy Series

Reading Level: Mid Elementary

I don’t like all the books in this series, but most of them are pretty funny and the good outweighs the bad. Find out more in my reviews.

The Data INSIGHTers by N. Georgie Justice (that me!)

Reading Level: Late Elementary, Middle School

You might check out The Data INSIGHTers if you’re looking for good nerdy embarassing moments with an added bonus that your reader learns a bit of statistics. What’s not to love? It’s available as of June 2026 on amazon.com. If you can’t afford to buy it, shoot me an email at georgie@ngeorgiejustice.com and ask if you can have a pdf for free.

The Friday Barnes Mystery Series by R. A. Spratt.

Reading Level: Mid Elementary, Late Elementary

A genius girl solves mysteries while navigating socially awkward situations. I like it but some families don’t; find out more here to decide for yourself.

The Batpig Series by Rob Harrell

Reading Level: Late Elementary, Middle School

Dry humor that makes fun of pigs and other things—complete villains who crave bacon. It’s hilarious.

There are a few possible concerns and I like some more than others; check out my reviews before diving in.

The Terrible Two Series by Jory John and Mac Barnett

Reading level: Mid Elementary, Late Elementary, Middle School

Two pranksters engage in a brilliant series of good clean pranks. This is one of my favorites to recommend; an excellent alternative to Diary of a Wimpy Kid for kids who want humor but with a bit more character. However, no book is perfect; check out possible concerns before diving in.

Slugfest by Gordon Korman

Reading Level: Middle School

I laughed out loud. Literally. It was so funny. But it’s not for everyone, especially if your kid is a nerd and is sensitive about it. Read more here. I actually preferred Restart by the same author, which had similar transformative themes but wasn’t quite as funny.

Dragons at Crumbling Castle and Other Tales by Terry Pratchett