Funny Book #4

Young Pemberton Penguin's unusual striped tie marks him as different from the other penguins, and when his mother paints over it to make him fit in, he finds himself caught between shame and a surprising gift—his tie begins to glow in the dark. As Pemberton navigates rejection from his peers and searches for acceptance, his peculiar tie takes on an unexpected meaning that could change everything.

When Dickie wishes upon a star at bedtime, a magical gnome named Gerald appears with a mysterious box of surprises—including a special suit that lets the boy take flight through the sky. Together they journey across the heavens, visiting the Moon and the Sun while learning about celestial wonders and the folklore behind them, all before morning arrives. This charming 1943 adventure blends wonder and wonder with a touch of genuine science, perfect for dreamers who've ever gazed up at the night sky.

Young Spike dreams of magnificent branching horns like the great buck he admired as a fawn, but as he matures, his antlers stubbornly grow in as plain spikes—much to the mockery of his peers. As spring after spring passes and Spike's horns refuse to develop into the impressive forks he desperately hopes for, he must learn what it truly means to measure up.

In Puddle Muddle, it's Rip the Dog's birthday, and his animal friends—including the well-meaning but mischief-prone Christopher Columbus Crow—set out to throw him a surprise party. When Christopher sneaks a taste of the molasses meant for taffy, his beak gets stuck fast, leading to an impromptu rescue that turns into the party itself. It's a lighthearted tale about good intentions, curious critters, and how birthday celebrations can take the most unexpected turns.

When a rude boy named Bobby Baxter refuses to shake hands with his uncle, Mr. Quince whisks him away in a magic bubble through history—from the armored courts of knights to medieval London—to show him why good manners matter. Along the way, Bobby learns firsthand that politeness isn't silly at all: it's the reason we shake hands, tip our hats, and use finger bowls, and it makes the world a pleasanter place for everyone.

When a cowardly knight named Sir Roger attempts to rob travelers in Sherwood Forest, he picks the wrong target—a beautiful young woman whose rescue sets Robin Hood on a bold new path. Inspired by her plight and the tyranny of King John's rule, Robin gathers loyal men, outfits them in forest green, and trains them to become skilled archers and fighters dedicated to protecting England's poor. But when Sir Roger and the Sheriff of Nottingham devise a trap using an archery contest to ensnare him, Robin must decide whether to risk everything for a chance to prove his legendary aim.