Just Joking Sidesplitters
by National Geographic Kids, Rosie Gowsell Pattison
National Geographic Kids 2019
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Retailer links may be affiliate links.
Genre
Themes
- humor
- wordplay and puns
- animals
- school and recess fun
- family and friendship
- confidence and performance
- quick reads
About this book
Packed with 300 kid-approved jokes, tongue twisters, knock-knocks, and riddles, Just Joking Sidesplitters delivers fast, funny reads on every page. Bright National Geographic photos and playful layouts keep readers flipping and sharing with friends and family. It’s an easy pick for car rides, recess, or brain breaks, and helps build vocabulary and wordplay skills without feeling like homework. Perfect for kids who love to make people laugh.
Setting: Varied real-world topics; joke collection (no single setting)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Just Joking Sidesplitters right for my child?
Yes — Just Joking Sidesplitters is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.8, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include humor, wordplay and puns, animals.
How long does it take to read Just Joking Sidesplitters?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Just Joking Sidesplitters takes around 43m to finish. The book has 6,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Just Joking Sidesplitters have an AR quiz?
Yes — Just Joking Sidesplitters has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Just Joking Sidesplitters?
Just Joking Sidesplitters has an AR reading level of 4.8, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.