Teaching is a noble profession that comes with its fair share of challenges and laughter. As educators, we often find humor in the everyday situations we encounter in the classroom. If you’re a teacher looking for a good laugh or want to gift a fellow educator with a dose of humor, we’ve compiled a list of the top funny books about teaching. Get ready to chuckle and relate to the hilarious anecdotes and experiences shared by these witty authors.
“Teacher Misery: Helicopter Parents, Special Snowflakes, and Other Bullshit” by Jane Morris
This hilarious book provides a tongue-in-cheek take on the trials and tribulations of teaching. With witty observations and humorous stories, Morris takes a lighthearted approach to tackle the challenges educators face, from overbearing parents to demanding students.
“I Wish My Teacher Knew: How One Question Can Change Everything for Our Kids” by Kyle Schwartz
While not strictly a comedy, this heartwarming book shares insightful and often amusing responses from students to the question, “I wish my teacher knew…” Schwartz’s collection of honest, funny, and sometimes surprising answers provides a unique glimpse into the lives of young learners.
“Chicken Soup for the Teacher’s Soul: Stories to Open the Hearts and Rekindle the Spirits of Educators” by Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Mark Donnelly
Filled with heartwarming and humorous tales, this uplifting collection celebrates the joys and challenges of teaching. From funny classroom anecdotes to inspiring moments, these stories will resonate with teachers and remind them of the impact they have on students’ lives.
“Teach Like Your Hair’s on Fire: The Methods and Madness Inside Room 56” by Rafe Esquith
Rafe Esquith shares his entertaining and unconventional teaching methods in this witty book. Filled with humorous anecdotes and practical advice, Esquith’s approach to education will inspire and entertain educators seeking to ignite a passion for learning in their students.
“The Teacher’s Funeral: A Comedy in Three Parts” by Richard Peck
Set in a small Indiana town in 1904, this humorous novel follows the misadventures of Russell, a young boy attending a one-room schoolhouse. With eccentric characters and witty dialogue, Peck’s book captures the quirks and humor of rural education.
“Confessions of a Bad Teacher: The Shocking Truth from the Front Lines of American Public Education” by John Owens
In this candid and often humorous memoir, Owens shares his experiences as an unconventional and self-proclaimed “bad” teacher. Through his hilarious and insightful stories, he challenges conventional teaching norms and sheds light on the flaws of the education system.
“Teacher Man” by Frank McCourt
Frank McCourt, renowned for his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir “Angela’s Ashes,” recounts his humorous and poignant experiences as a teacher in New York City. With his signature wit and storytelling prowess, McCourt’s book offers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of an educator’s life.