National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5
300 Hilarious Jokes about Everything, Including Tongue Twisters, Riddles, and More!
by National Geographic Kids, Rosie Gowsell Pattison
National Geographic Kids 2014
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- humor
- wordplay and puns
- animals
- riddles and brainteasers
- reading for fun
- confidence and self-expression
- social bonding
About this book
Get ready to giggle! This fifth collection in the National Geographic Kids Just Joking series packs 300 kid-friendly jokes, riddles, and tongue twisters—many with a wild animal twist—plus bright photos that add to the fun. It’s perfect for sharing with friends, livening up car rides, or reading aloud. The bite-size format encourages independent reading while building wordplay skills and confidence.
Setting: Varied topics; a joke and riddle collection with animal-focused humor
Frequently Asked Questions
Is National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5 right for my child?
Yes — National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5 is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.1, 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 National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5 takes around 1.2h to finish. The book has 10,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5 have an AR quiz?
Yes — National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5 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 National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5?
National Geographic Kids Just Joking 5 has an AR reading level of 4.1, 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.