Who is Tom E. Moffatt?

Tom E. Moffatt is an award-winning New Zealand children's author based in Rotorua. He writes adventure-comedy books and has created over 2,000 original jokes for kids. His debut novel Barking Mad won the 2015 Tom Fitzgibbon Award and a 2017 NZ Notable Book Award.

What age group are Tom E. Moffatt's books suitable for?

Most of Tom's books are written for children aged 7 to 12, though he jokes they're for "laughter-lovers aged 7 to 107." They're especially popular with reluctant readers because of their fast-paced plots and humour — both boys and girls who claim they don't like reading tend to get hooked quickly.

What kind of books does Tom E. Moffatt write?

Tom writes adventure-comedy novels, joke books, and activity books. His fiction series include Barking Mad Adventures (mind-swapping mix-ups for dog-lovers) and Bonkers Short Stories (collections of wacky independent stories). Tom E. Moffatt's Jokingdom consists of four books in the I'm Joking series, plus the You're Joking series (non-fiction books teaching kids how to tell, write, and collect jokes). All his books are available in print and eBook formats.

Does Tom E. Moffatt visit schools?

Yes — Tom has twelve years' experience as a primary school teacher and now visits schools across New Zealand as an author speaker. His sessions include storytelling, joke-telling, and interactive writing activities. To enquire about a school visit, use the contact form on this site.

Where can I buy Tom E. Moffatt's books?

Tom's books are available directly from this website, as well as through major online retailers, including Amazon and Kobo. Print and eBook editions are available. Buying directly from the site supports the author.

Are Tom E. Moffatt's jokes free to read?

Yes — hundreds of Tom's original jokes are available free on the Jokes page of this website, organised by category including Animal Antics, Toilet Humour, Wordplay, and more. He also offers Tom E. Moffatt's Jokingdom — a free joke eBook — to email subscribers.

Has Tom E. Moffatt won any awards?

Yes. Tom's debut novel Barking Mad won the 2015 Tom Fitzgibbon Award (New Zealand's top prize for a first children's novel) and was named a 2017 NZ Notable Book. His joke collection You're Joking: Become an Expert Joke-Teller was shortlisted for the 2021 NZ Children's Book Awards in the non-fiction category.

Sassy Jokes to Tell Your Big Sister

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Sassy Jokes to Tell Your Big Sister

These jokes are big-sister-approved… which means she might laugh, then tell you your delivery needs work. Packed with funny big sister jokes for kids, silly groaners, cheeky punchlines, and laugh-out-loud sibling humour.

What happened to the hairbrush that went to its rival school?

It got in a tangle

What do you call a big sister who steals your snacks and your charger?

Normal

Why did the makeup go to jail?

For covering up the truth

What’s a teenage girl’s favourite subject at school?

Lunch. Followed by Drama.

What’s the strongest kind of friendship?

One that survives a group project

How do big sisters exercise?

By scrolling with both thumbs at once

What should you do if your big sister gives you lip?

Gloss over it

What do you call someone who won’t stop taking photos of themselves?

Selfie-ish

Why do sisters only give short, sharp answers?

Snapchat

What do teenage girls wear to a farm?

A crop top

What sound does social media time-wasting make?

TicTok

Where should you keep your origami?

In a folder

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