The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith
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  • ID: 8996
  • Added: 2025-12-22
  • Updated: 2025-12-22
  • Reviews: 3
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The Children's Book Review · 2025-12-22
hilarious 4.00

The book is praised for its unique and humorous take on classic fairy tales, making it both entertaining and engaging for young readers. Its award-winning status is a testament to its quality and appeal.

This book is a delightful collection of twisted fairy tales that will have children in stitches. The humor and creativity in the retellings make it a standout choice for young readers. Its status as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book and a Caldecott Honor book speaks volumes about its quality. The illustrations and storytelling work together to create a memorable reading experience that kids will love. It's a book that not only entertains but also encourages a love for classic tales with a modern twist.

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    This award-winning book is sure to leave you in stitches with its silly take on classic fairy tales.

    The book's unique and humorous approach makes it both entertaining and engaging for young readers.

    Its status as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book and a Caldecott Honor book is a testament to its quality and appeal.

With a Good Book · 2024-08-25
absurd 4.50

The book is described as a whirlwind of absurdity and laughter, with retellings that are both unreliable and entertaining.

Prepare yourself for a whirlwind of absurdity and laughter as you dive into this collection of fairy tales. The stories are retold in a way that's both unreliable and entertaining, making it a unique reading experience. The humor and creativity in the retellings are sure to keep young readers engaged and laughing. It's a book that stands out for its originality and wit, and it's perfect for those who enjoy a good laugh. The reviewer highlights the book's ability to entertain and engage, making it a must-read for young audiences.

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    Prepare yourself for a whirlwind of absurdity and laughter.

    Narrated by an unreliable Jack of 'Jack and the Beanstalk'

    A unique reading experience that's both entertaining and engaging.

Carstairs Considers · 2013-07-07
funny 5.00

The book is celebrated for its twisted and funny fairy tales that appeal to kids, although not everyone may appreciate the humor.

This book is a fantastic collection of twisted fairy tales that kids will find hilarious. The humor is unique and not everyone might get it, but for those who do, it's a real treat. The stories are cleverly rewritten to be both funny and engaging, making it a great choice for young readers. It's a book that stands out for its creativity and wit, and it's sure to become a favorite for those who enjoy a good laugh. The reviewer gives it a perfect score, indicating their high regard for the book's entertainment value.

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    Twisted and therefore funny fairy tales for kids.

    Not everyone will get the humor here.

    The Bottom Line: A perfect score for a book that's both clever and hilarious.

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