Not only are there plenty of Skeleton children’s books and bone books out there, there are also lots of fun activities you can complete with the kids to extend their learning and interest in this topic. Skeleton Books To Read With Kids Funnybones (Welsh: Sgerbyde) is a Welsh-British children's television comedy series, which originally aired on S4C in Wales, and on BBC One with BBC Two showing repeats elsewhere in the United Kingdom from 29 September to 15 December 1992. If you’re looking for an all-encompassing guide to the human skeleton, “The Skeleton Book: Get to Know Your Bones, Inside Out” by Robert Winston is the one to grab. This book serves as a comprehensive introduction to the human body, specifically focusing on the skeletal system. You’ll find beautiful illustrations and interactive elements. It gives young readers a detailed look at how bones support, protect, and enable our bodies to function. “Skeleton Meets the Mummy” by Steve Metzger Dog: The pet dog of the skeleton brothers who loved bones, digging holes, and found everything that the skeleton brothers need. A special edition of this classic picture book to celebrate its 40th anniversary - with a glow-in-the-dark cover!

In the first ever Funnybones book, we are introduced to the wonderful humour and fun of the much-loved series. Reading any book about skeletons and bones is not only fun but can also be educational. It is important to teach young children about the human body and teaching them about Skeletons and all about bones is one topic kids can really enjoy. You might find new releases or other books on the topic by conducting a fresh search on the internet or visiting your local bookstore or library. But everyone in the town is in bed, and in the end, they still haven’t frightened anybody. So the little skeleton suggests that they frighten each other instead. The author uses ‘word repetition’ throughout the book to make it enjoyable to the reader and also to make it humorous. A song is also included in the book, and I remember as a child reading the book over and over again and singing along out loud!

Funnybones, is a fantastic children’s story book which is still used in literacy sessions in the classroom. It’s a perfect book for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and into the earlier years of Key Stage One. During placement within the EYFS the children have a literacy carpet session every day which consists of one core book a week. Currently, the nursery class I’m working with have been reading the Funnybones book. The class teacher reads the story aloud to the children and then uses a range of techniques to assess their learning. The vast majority of the children are able to join in with the repetitive refrains which are used throughout the book, for example, ‘on a dark, dark hill, there was a dark, dark town. In the dark, dark town, there was a dark, dark street’ etc. Both the teacher and the children additionally use actions in particular sections of the story. These are used for the characters, big skeleton, little skeleton, dog skeleton, and objects such as the swings etc. It’s a technique which includes the children in the story telling process and further encourages them to remain engaged throughout the carpet session. Consider the age and reading level of the children you work with when choosing books to ensure they are appropriate and engaging for their interests and abilities. The husband and wife team, Allan and Janet Ahlberg, have produced numerous picture books. Allan Ahlberg has over a hundred to his name, and Janet Ahlberg has illustrated many of them. Funnybones is one of the best, and as so often, it is a simple idea which is the key. Greetings! To the imaginary and the unimaginary! To the living, the dead and everyone in between, my name is Keys… Skeleton Keys. And these fantabulant fingers of mine can open doors to hidden worlds and secret places … doors to the limitless realm of all the imagination.”

Forensics Skulls and Skeletons by Danielle Denega. True-life stories of bone detectives. Need I say more? For kids in grades 4-8 who like the gruesome-but-true. This delightful children’s book revolves around a skeleton with a unique problem: hiccups! With its fun story and engaging illustrations, it’s a great way to introduce younger kids to the concept of skeletons while keeping them entertained. “Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras” Written and Illustrated by Duncan TonatiuhFunnybones” is a whimsical tale that follows the nighttime escapades of a skeleton duo and their skeleton dog. Known for its repetitive yet engaging text and charming illustrations, this book is perfect for young readers. Or young at heart who are just beginning to explore the world of skeletons. Janet Ahlberg’s creativity shines in both the storytelling and illustrations, making it a memorable read for children. Funnybones is a great short story that decpicts the tale of three skeletons, big skeleton, little skeleton and dog skeleton. The three skeletons go out for a night walk with the intentions of scaring some people, however they can't find anyone to scare. During the course of the walk they visit the zoo, re-assemble the dog skeleton and set about scaring each other. The audio book was read beautifully and the characterisation (especially Skeleton Keys himself) was an absolute hoot. The reader did a great job all round. I was impressed by him. During the remainder of their adventure, they take a trip to the zoo and continue to hunt for some people to scare. As the night draws on, they come to the conclusion that everyone’s in bed so they decide to scare one another!