Loonier Limericks & Crazier Critters Book 2 in the Looney Limerick Series Even sillier tales with a whole new batch of sass! Get ready to laugh even louder - the Looney crew is back! Packed with sillier rhymes, wackier antics, and unforgettable critters, Loonier Limericks & Crazier Critters brings fresh fun for kids and grown-ups alike. Each page bounces with rhythm and rhyme, making it perfect for bedtime stories, classroom read-alouds, or anytime giggles. Inside this laugh-out-loud collection, you’ll meet: • Louie the Lion - the king of the jungle who just wants a nap but gets cranky when a chorus of clapping parrots interrupts his snooze • The Hula-Dancing Dachshund - a wiggly little dog who twirls and sways in a hula skirt, delighting his audience with every silly move • The Platypus - a bumbling critter who boards the wrong bus and suddenly finds himself recruited for a top-secret spy mission • Benji the Puppy - a brand-new Looney friend who wiggles his way into the Looneyverse for the very first time! …plus many more zany stars, each crazier than the last! Why Kids Love It: From a stretching cobra in art class to a ziplining zebra - and two ferrets who forgot to shower before getting on the bus - these animals are delightfully over-the-top. The short, snappy verses are easy to repeat or act out, making kids want to flip back and read them again and again. Whether your child is just starting to read or already loves silly storybooks, these limericks keep them giggling while building confidence with words and rhythm. Why Parents and Teachers Love It: • Wholesome, screen-free fun that keeps attention without long text • Encourages early literacy, memory, and pattern recognition • Great for preschoolers, elementary classrooms, and family story nights • Clean humor that grown-ups enjoy reading aloud just as much as kids enjoy hearing it How Families Use It: • Bedtime smiles - one or two limericks before lights-out make the perfect nightly ritual • Road-trip giggles - quick poems that keep the whole backseat entertained • Classroom storytime - rhythm kids can clap, echo, or act out • Grandparent visits - instant connection through silly rhymes and playful characters Bonus Activity Pages: Every Looney book ends with extra fun! Kids can tackle the Looney Little Things picture hunt, try a simple memory challenge, and revisit their favorite characters. These interactive pages make the book more than just a read - they turn it into a joyful shared experience for siblings, parents, or friends. Series and Gift Options: Loonier Limericks & Crazier Critters is Book 2 in the Looney Limerick Series , alongside: Book 1: Looney Limericks & Crazy Critters - Book 3: Looniest Limericks & Craziest Critters A festive hardcover Christmas edition featuring all three Looney Limerick books will also be available - the perfect gift for giggle-loving kids and grown-ups alike. To all the amazing teachers, librarians, parents, and caregivers - thank you for sharing stories, spreading laughter, and nurturing young readers. This book is for you too!