Brian Moses Humorous Poems 10 Books Collection Set - Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4) - Paperback

Titles in This Set
My Gang
Are We Nearly There Yet?
A Sea Creature Ate My Teacher
The Evil Doctor Mucus Spleen
Aliens Stole My Underpants
More Secret Lives of Teachers
I'm in Love with a Slug
They Think It's All Over
The Amazing Captain Concorde
Short Visit, Long Stay

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)

Overview
This ten-book paperback bundle gathers some of the funniest children's poetry collections published by Macmillan Children's Books, led by veteran poet Brian Moses alongside contributors Paul Cookson and David Orme. Each slim paperback is packed with rhyming mischief, playground humor, and laugh-out-loud wordplay built for reading aloud. From school pets to space-faring aliens and a doctor with the silliest bedside manner imaginable, these poems turn everyday classroom moments into giggling chaos. A great introduction to poetry for reluctant and confident readers alike, this set suits repeat read-alouds, classroom poetry corners, and bedtime giggles.

About the Books
This collection brings together ten short, punchy poetry paperbacks that share one mission: making children laugh while they read. Brian Moses, one of Britain's most published children's poets, anchors much of the set with his trademark playground humor, while Paul Cookson and David Orme add further variety of voice and rhythm across the ten titles. The poems favor bouncy, performance-friendly meter, punchy refrains, and vivid, silly imagery, ideal for reading aloud in a funny voice or giggling over at bedtime. Subjects range from disastrous road trips and monstrous doctors to sea creatures crashing school lessons and secret double lives led by teachers, giving readers plenty of variety in pocket-sized paperbacks that fit easily into a backpack or bedside table. Because each book stands alone, children can read them in any order, dipping in for a quick poem before school or working through a whole book at once, at their own pace. The accessible vocabulary and short lines make these titles friendly for developing readers, while the humor and wordplay keep the writing engaging for confident readers too. Teachers often use these Macmillan humor titles for classroom performance work, since the strong rhythms and comic timing translate naturally into read-aloud sessions and assemblies. For families, the set offers a low-pressure way to build a lasting reading habit — funny, bite-sized, and rewarding from the very first page.

Key Benefits

• Ten paperback poetry books in one collection
• Laugh-out-loud humor for reluctant readers
• Short poems perfect for bedtime or car rides
• Bouncy rhythms ideal for reading aloud and recitals
• Brand new condition, great for gifting
• Written by celebrated UK children's poets

Book-by-Book Guide
My Gang — Playful rhymes follow school friends and their secret plans.
Are We Nearly There Yet? — A road trip full of comic questions.
A Sea Creature Ate My Teacher — Fishy poems bring oceanic classroom chaos.
The Evil Doctor Mucus Spleen — Gross, giggle-inducing medical mischief.
Aliens Stole My Underpants — Wacky outer-space silliness with an alien twist.
More Secret Lives of Teachers — Teachers' hidden adventures, comically exaggerated.
I'm in Love with a Slug — Unlikely romance meets slimy humor.
They Think It's All Over — Sporting drama and playground bragging rights.
The Amazing Captain Concorde — A larger-than-life character's fast-paced escapades.
Short Visit, Long Stay — Comic mix-ups around visits gone awry.

About the Authors
Brian Moses has been a professional children's poet since 1988 and has published over 200 books, including collections for Macmillan Children's Books; his poetry has sold well over a million copies through the publisher. Paul Cookson is a widely performed UK children's poet known for energetic, humor-driven verse popular in schools. David Orme is a prolific children's author and poet, recognized for accessible, reader-friendly writing that appeals to both reluctant and confident young readers. Together, this trio represents some of Britain's most read and performed children's poets.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Ten funny paperbacks in one set means endless read-aloud options for car trips, bedtime, or classroom libraries. It's a genuinely fun stocking stuffer, birthday gift, or back-to-school treat for kids who'd rather laugh than sit still — poetry that never feels like homework.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.