Families who loved Under Arrest: A Book of Police Jokes by Michael Dahl often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is eager to show off their growing reading skills or when they need a confidence boost through social interaction. It is perfect for the stage where children begin to discover their own sense of humor and want to be the center of attention by making others laugh. The book provides a structured way for early readers to practice fluency while engaging with a topic they often admire: law enforcement and community heroes. This collection of police-themed riddles and jokes uses simple sentence structures and repetitive patterns to support literacy. Beyond the laughs, it fosters a sense of accomplishment as children master the puns and 'get' the wordplay. It is a lighthearted tool for building vocabulary and understanding double meanings, making it an excellent choice for a playful reading session that reinforces the idea that books are a source of joy and entertainment.
