It's True! You Can Make Your Own Jokes (21)
No. of pages 96
Published: 2006
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This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book features in the following series: It's True, Its True .
There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published in 2006 by Allen & Unwin .
Ross Kinnaird is an illustrator who has worked in London, Sydney, and Hong Kong. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Sharon Holt was born in Auckland and grew up there. She left school at 16 and trained and worked as a teacher before applying for journalism school. In recent years she has written a number of educational books for publishers in New Zealand and Australia.
This book has the following chapters: Why jokes?Just jokingKnock-outs and side-splitsLaughers last longerCrazy about sportClowning aroundSay what?Fools and trickstersAll mixed upTongue twistersAnyone for a joke?GlossaryWhere to find out moreIndex
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Storylines Notable New Zealand Books
This book was recognised by the Storylines Notable New Zealand Books.
New Zealand Post Book Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the New Zealand Post Book Award.
'This is one of the best books on jokes you'll ever read!'Bayside Bulletin2 May 2006'Packed with tons of funnies, you'll be cracking up your mates in no time.'Sun-Herald7 May 2006'I recommend this book to either boys or girls who enjoy a good old laugh!'Mitchell, 11, YARA'Jokes aside this is one funny book...It will delight both boys and girls equally...a must read for all who need a good laugh.'Ryan, Year 8, Northern Advocate, 13 March 2007
