The Puffin Book of Funny Stories for 7-Year-Olds

The collection takes children into a playful world featuring a missing cat named Jawaharlal, a water-spouting dragon called Blaze, dogs named Gulab and Jamoon, a boy who can bark and moo, a hilarious alien adventure and two friends puzzled by a mysterious baby.

The anthology features stories by several Indian children's writers, including Aditi De, Asha Nehemiah, Hema Vaidyanathan, Khyrunnisa A., Shamim Padamsee and Rohini Chowdhury, among others. Their varied voices bring together humour, imagination and child-friendly storytelling.

This collection brings together a variety of humorous stories for children. From mischievous animals and unusual creatures to funny family situations and surprising adventures, each story is designed to entertain and stimulate young imaginations. With simple, accessible storytelling and plenty of comic moments, the book makes an enjoyable introduction to reading for pleasure.