{"product_id":"funnybones-8-books-collection-set-allan-ahlberg-ages-3-5-paperback-1478","title":"Funnybones 8 Books Collection Set by Allan Ahlberg - Ages 3-5 Picture Books - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBumps in the Night\u003cbr\u003eDinosaur Dreams\u003cbr\u003eGive the Dog a Bone\u003cbr\u003eMystery Tour\u003cbr\u003eSkeleton Crew\u003cbr\u003eThe Black Cat\u003cbr\u003eThe Ghost Train\u003cbr\u003eThe Pet Shop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780241333662\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Penguin\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 3-5 (Preschool-Kindergarten)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Funnybones 8 Books Collection Set brings together eight rib-tickling adventures starring the beloved big skeleton, little skeleton, and their skeleton dog. Written by beloved children's author Allan Ahlberg and illustrated by André Amstutz, this brightly colored paperback bundle is perfect for early readers who love silly, spooky fun without any real scares. From dark dark houses to dinosaur chases, each story is short, funny, and easy to follow, making this set a go-to pick for story time, beginning readers, and any child who loves a good giggle with their bedtime book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince the original Funnybones first appeared, Allan Ahlberg's gently spooky skeleton family has become a mainstay of children's picture book shelves everywhere. This 8-book paperback collection gathers eight separate Funnybones adventures into one set, each following the same cheerful trio: a big skeleton, a little skeleton, and their skeleton dog, as they wander through a \"dark dark\" world full of silly surprises rather than real frights. The stories lean on rhythm, repetition, and playful illustration by André Amstutz, making them ideal read-aloud books for toddlers and preschoolers who are just starting to recognize patterns in language and enjoy predicting what happens next. Each title in the set stands on its own, so children can dip in and out in any order, whether they are in the mood for a dinosaur chase in Dinosaur Dreams, a spooky bus ride in Mystery Tour, or a haunted shop visit in The Pet Shop. Because the tone stays light and funny rather than frightening, the collection works well for Halloween season reading without causing nightmares, while the recurring cast gives early readers the comfort of familiarity book after book. The bold artwork pairs skeletons, animals, and everyday settings in ways that reward repeat readings, and the simple sentences support classroom read-alouds. Packaged as a brand new paperback set, this collection offers parents, teachers, and gift-givers an easy way to introduce a whole picture book classic in one go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 8-book Funnybones paperback set from celebrated children's author Allan Ahlberg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, rhythmic stories perfect for read-aloud time with toddlers and preschoolers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilly, not scary, tone makes it a gentle introduction to spooky themes for young kids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful illustrations by André Amstutz support early visual storytelling skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat value way to build a child's home or classroom library in one purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal gift for birthdays, holidays, or as a Halloween-season stocking stuffer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBumps in the Night — Two skeletons venture into a dark dark night and keep going bump along the way.\u003cbr\u003eDinosaur Dreams — The big and little skeletons find themselves chased by dinosaurs in this playful tale.\u003cbr\u003eGive the Dog a Bone — The skeleton family hunts for a bone to give their skeleton dog.\u003cbr\u003eMystery Tour — The skeletons set off on a spooky bus ride full of silly surprises.\u003cbr\u003eSkeleton Crew — The skeleton family and friends share another dark dark house adventure.\u003cbr\u003eThe Black Cat — A mysterious black cat leads the skeletons into a new escapade.\u003cbr\u003eThe Ghost Train — A ride on the ghost train turns up something more surprising than expected.\u003cbr\u003eThe Pet Shop — A visit to a pet shop brings the skeletons face to face with a shop full of surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllan Ahlberg is one of Britain's best-loved children's authors, known for creating the original Funnybones picture books alongside a string of modern classics for young readers. Over a career spanning decades, he has written stories that pair simple, rhythmic language with warm humor, making him a favorite among parents, teachers, and librarians introducing children to books. This collection is illustrated by André Amstutz, whose bold, colorful artwork brings the skeleton characters and their dark dark world to life on every page, giving each Funnybones story its distinctive, instantly recognizable look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 8-book Funnybones set is a budget-friendly way to fill a shelf with silly, spooky fun that young kids genuinely ask to reread. It's a natural pick for Halloween season, a classroom library, or a birthday gift, giving early readers eight complete stories starring the same lovable skeleton family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allan Ahlberg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59256371806582,"sku":"MAN-PR-U090750-0241333660","price":33.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/funnybones-8-books-collection-allan-ahlberg-paperback.jpg?v=1793963465","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/funnybones-8-books-collection-set-allan-ahlberg-ages-3-5-paperback-1478","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}