Absurd Words: A kids' fun and hilarious vocabulary builder for future word nerds
Turn curious kids into confident communicators with the hilariously brilliant vocabulary book that transforms language learning into pure fun.

Absurd Words is the definitive vocabulary builder for kids ages 8–12 who crave words with flavor. Packed with over 750 quirky, clever, and downright ridiculous words, this full-color illustrated, laughter-fueled reference is more than just educational, it's unforgettable. Designed for middle-grade readers and loved by educators, parents, and word nerds alike, it's a must-have for any child ready to level up their language skills.

If your child has ever giggled at "gobbledygook" or asked what "persnickety" means, this is their dream book.

Inside This Award-Winning Language Adventure:

  • Organized by playful themes: From "Shenanigans & Monkey Business" to "Feelings & Fizzle," find words by vibe, not alphabet
  • Hilarious, memorable example sentences: No more dry definitions—these are words kids will actually use
  • Etymology and fun facts included: Inspire curiosity about where words come from and how they evolve
  • Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, and parents: A versatile tool for language arts, creative writing, or back-to-school prep

Whether it's lighting a creative spark in the classroom or making wordplay a nightly ritual, Absurd Words turns language into a playground. It's the gift that keeps on giving—at school, at home, and at every unexpected moment a perfect word is needed.

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Absurd Words: A kids' fun and hilarious vocabulary builder for future word nerds
Turn curious kids into confident communicators with the hilariously brilliant vocabulary book that transforms language learning into pure fun.

Absurd Words is the definitive vocabulary builder for kids ages 8–12 who crave words with flavor. Packed with over 750 quirky, clever, and downright ridiculous words, this full-color illustrated, laughter-fueled reference is more than just educational, it's unforgettable. Designed for middle-grade readers and loved by educators, parents, and word nerds alike, it's a must-have for any child ready to level up their language skills.

If your child has ever giggled at "gobbledygook" or asked what "persnickety" means, this is their dream book.

Inside This Award-Winning Language Adventure:

  • Organized by playful themes: From "Shenanigans & Monkey Business" to "Feelings & Fizzle," find words by vibe, not alphabet
  • Hilarious, memorable example sentences: No more dry definitions—these are words kids will actually use
  • Etymology and fun facts included: Inspire curiosity about where words come from and how they evolve
  • Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, and parents: A versatile tool for language arts, creative writing, or back-to-school prep

Whether it's lighting a creative spark in the classroom or making wordplay a nightly ritual, Absurd Words turns language into a playground. It's the gift that keeps on giving—at school, at home, and at every unexpected moment a perfect word is needed.

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Absurd Words: A kids' fun and hilarious vocabulary builder for future word nerds

Absurd Words: A kids' fun and hilarious vocabulary builder for future word nerds

by Tara Lazar
Absurd Words: A kids' fun and hilarious vocabulary builder for future word nerds

Absurd Words: A kids' fun and hilarious vocabulary builder for future word nerds

by Tara Lazar

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Overview

Turn curious kids into confident communicators with the hilariously brilliant vocabulary book that transforms language learning into pure fun.

Absurd Words is the definitive vocabulary builder for kids ages 8–12 who crave words with flavor. Packed with over 750 quirky, clever, and downright ridiculous words, this full-color illustrated, laughter-fueled reference is more than just educational, it's unforgettable. Designed for middle-grade readers and loved by educators, parents, and word nerds alike, it's a must-have for any child ready to level up their language skills.

If your child has ever giggled at "gobbledygook" or asked what "persnickety" means, this is their dream book.

Inside This Award-Winning Language Adventure:

  • Organized by playful themes: From "Shenanigans & Monkey Business" to "Feelings & Fizzle," find words by vibe, not alphabet
  • Hilarious, memorable example sentences: No more dry definitions—these are words kids will actually use
  • Etymology and fun facts included: Inspire curiosity about where words come from and how they evolve
  • Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, and parents: A versatile tool for language arts, creative writing, or back-to-school prep

Whether it's lighting a creative spark in the classroom or making wordplay a nightly ritual, Absurd Words turns language into a playground. It's the gift that keeps on giving—at school, at home, and at every unexpected moment a perfect word is needed.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781492697428
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Publication date: 01/02/2022
Pages: 320
Product dimensions: 6.50(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.90(d)
Age Range: 8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Note to the Adults 7

Itchy Feet 9

Words for journeys, adventures, and travels to new places

Hey, Sherlock! 23

Words used for mysteries, secret plans, and forbidden things

G.O.A.T. 29

Words related to being outstanding, number one, the best

Turn It Up 37

Words to describe cool rhythms, hip beats, and funky music makers

It's Lit! 47

Words for fabulously fun parties and festive get-togethers

Style Profile|[53

Words to brighten, spice up, and transform any look

Head Turners 63

Words for anything or anyone that distinctly stands out and is impossible to ignore

Shock Value 79

Words to describe the surprising, confusing, and mindboggling

What a Zoo! 85

Words for all things rowdy, loud, and chaotic

Recipe for Disaster 95

Words for when something is sloppy, clumsy, or a total hot mess

Say What? 107

Words to describe the mysteries of the English language

Word Nerds 127

Words for budding writers, passionate readers, and other lovers of language

Once Upon a Time … 135

Words that have remarkable origins in phenomenal stories and classic tales

Fantastic Beasts 147

Words for unusual creatures and marvelous monsters-both real and imaginary

All the Feels 157

Words to capture the highest of highs and the lowest of lows (and the feelings that are neither)

Identity Crisis 167

Words to describe any personality-from the sweet and kind to the zany or lazy

Stay in Character 177

Words to describe who or what a person is-the good, the bad, and the in-between

Body language 189

Words for random body parts and curious sensations from head to toe

Spring into Action 197

Words to describe motions and maneuvers

Out of This World 205

Words for all things interstellar or astronomical

Stretching the Truth 211

Words for fibbing, twisting, and tricking

The Bad Guy 217

Words for villains and troublemakers-and all their evil plans and shady schemes

Off to Battle 227

Words related to major clashes, feuds with foes, and all-out war

Force of Nature 233

Words to describe wild and wicked weather

Nom Nom Nom 239

Words for marvelous morsels and mealtimes

Measure Up! 251

Words for the big and small, fast and slow, straight, and squiggly

Timing Is Everything 261

Words to describe special (and not so-special) moments

Motormouth 267

Words for loud people and those who love to chitchat

Class Clown 277

Words about silliness, belly laughs, and being a comedian

Comes in Handy 287

Words for useful things (and a few that are no help at all)

There's a Word for That! 297

Words to describe the previously indescribable

Crashwords! 303

The power to create your own fresh, new words

Index 309

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