That's Not Funny, David!

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March 04, 2025
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978-1546123187
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David is back and funnier than ever in this companion to the Caldecott Honor-winning classic No, David! by bestselling picture book creator David Shannon!
David is determined to get laughs out of everyone -- even from those who might not find his antics amusing! From cannonballs into the pool to slurping his spaghetti to telling funny jokes during class, David is a natural comedian. But David learns that not all of his tricks are funny... like sticking things up his nose! Still, this troublemaker will always have the last laugh and, of course, the enduring love of his mom.

Once again, David Shannon entertains us with young David's mischievous shenanigans in this lighthearted story that's sure to leave readers of all ages laughing. With millions of copies in print and five sequels, No, David! hit the ground running in 1998 and was a Caldecott Honor Book, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book, and a classic for over 25 years. Based on a book the author wrote and illustrated when he was five, David captures the timeless no-no's familiar to every child.

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Always a Funny Read
(Updated: July 22, 2026)
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David is back for another adventure with misbehaving, this time trying to be funny with the wrong actions. Well, at least they aren't all that funny to adults. He does things like cannonballs, eating messy, drawing not so funny pictures, and more. They even lead him to getting punished at school. At the end of the day, a mother's love may be tested but never broken, and I love the smile full of endearment he holds for his mom.

THAT'S NOT FUNNY, DAVID celebrates the humor children find in things along with the wacky illustrations we've come to expect from the amazing David Shannon. There isn't a book of his my daughter and I haven't enjoyed from David Shannon and this new installment is no different. My daughter especially thought it was funny when he was running away, not wanting to get dressed as she's done this to me before. David is relatable while also opening the opportunity to teach children what could have been done different.


Final Verdict: I would recommend this to children four and older who love the humor David Shannon always brings to the table. It addresses manners and misbehaving that children likely just see as being funny.
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Great book for read alouds to children!
(Updated: July 22, 2026)
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This work by David Shannon is a hilarious and lively picture book that kids can’t get enough of. In this follow-up to the beloved No, David!, David is back with even more "mischievous" antics (as always), trying to make everyone laugh with his cannonballs, spaghetti slurping, and classroom jokes. Of course, not every trick goes as planned, and some, like sticking things up his nose, definitely don’t get the reaction he hopes for. Through all his chaos, David’s humor and energy shine, and the story reminds readers that even when kids mess up, they are still loved, especially by family.

These kinds of books are always a hit during reading time because kids enjoy shouting out what David is doing, laughing at his silly mistakes, and predicting what he might do next. The illustrations are bold and expressive, perfectly capturing David’s emotions and the humor in every scene. I loved seeing how Shannon blends exaggerated fun with everyday situations kids can relate to, making it feel both outrageous and familiar at the same time. My favorite part is when David tries one of his big stunts, expecting everyone to laugh, and ends up in trouble instead, it’s realistic and silly, showing the fine line between creativity and chaos.

Overall, it’s an entertaining, easy-to-read book that encourages kids to giggle, participate, and enjoy reading aloud. The combination of David’s antics, the expressive illustrations, and the gentle humor makes it perfect for storytime, whether at school, home, or in a library setting.
Good Points
- Funny, relatable antics that engage kids during reading time

- Expressive illustrations that bring David’s personality to life

- Lighthearted story that balances humor with warmth and family love
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Great read
(Updated: July 22, 2026)
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David is back and once again up to some mischief! This is the sixth David book and each one is an excellent read and of course the illustrations are great and really add to the story! David is such a fun and relatable character for the kids! So if you are looking for a laugh out loud fun read you should definitely give this one a try!
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