The World’s Worst Parents

What do our readers think of The World’s Worst Parents? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the silly characters, colourful illustrations and quick, funny stories, with some saying the book keeps them laughing and reading. A recurring concern is that the toilet humour and exaggerated behaviour can feel repetitive or a little too gross.

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What is The World’s Worst Parents about?

Get ready to meet the most hilariously horrid mums and dads in 'The World's Worst Parents' by David Walliams. This collection of ten uproarious tales introduces you to parents like Peter Pong, whose feet are the stinkiest in the world, and Harriet Hurry, the fastest mum on two wheels. With each story more outrageous than the last, this book promises endless laughter and unforgettable characters.

About the author

David Walliams is a much-loved British author best known for his funny and imaginative books for children, such as 'Gangsta Granny' and 'The World's Worst Children.' His stories are filled with adventure, humour, and unforgettable characters, making reading fun for everyone. David is also known for entertaining families on television.

Discussion ideas around The World’s Worst Parents

What Makes a Parent ‘Worst’?: Which parent seems the worst to you, and what makes their behaviour so outrageous or unfair?

Embarrassment: How do the children in the stories react when their parents embarrass them, and how might you handle a similar situation?

Lessons in Behaviour: What do the parents’ ridiculous actions teach us about being thoughtful, fair or responsible?

Funny or Too Far?: Which jokes are funniest because they are exaggerated, and are there any moments where the humour becomes too silly or unpleasant?

Inventing a Terrible Parent: Create a new ‘world’s worst’ parent: what is their terrible habit, and what trouble does it cause?