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Mrs Jolly's joke shop

By Allan Ahlberg

When life stops being funny, can the Jolly family find a way to laugh again?

funny cheerful playful lively

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family

What is Mrs Jolly's joke shop about?

Mrs Jolly runs a joke shop, and she and her family are always ready with a funny quip, a playful prank or a good story. But keeping everyone laughing is not always easy when life takes an unexpected turn. Based on the much-loved Happy Families card game, this cheerful tale follows the Jolly family through a series of comic situations. With lively language, plenty of jokes and an engaging family cast, it is a lively story for children beginning to read independently.

About the author

Allan Ahlberg is a much-loved British author who has written many fun and imaginative books for children. He is famous for stories like 'Peepo!' and 'Each Peach Pear Plum', which he often created with his wife, Janet. Allan’s books are known for their clever rhymes, gentle humour, and wonderful illustrations.

Pages

22 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

1988

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