About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is entering the stage of development where they find great joy in correcting adults or pointing out things that are out of place. It is a perfect tool for redirecting a toddler's natural defiance into a playful exercise in logic and observation. What's Silly? follows a family through their daily routine, from breakfast to bedtime, but with a twist: every illustration contains intentional, absurd mistakes for the reader to find. By identifying why a cat shouldn't be wearing a hat or why someone is eating with a shoe, children build confidence in their understanding of the world. This 1989 classic uses humor and absurdist fiction to foster a sense of mastery over everyday environments. It is a low pressure, highly interactive way to bond over the ridiculous while reinforcing basic safety and hygiene concepts through laughter rather than lectures.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular and safe, focusing on lighthearted domestic absurdity.
Ideal Reader
A three or four-year-old who has just mastered the 'rules' of their household and is beginning to experiment with humor. It is especially good for children who thrive on visual details rather than long narratives.
