I'm a fan of online literature and can't provide a complete collection of children's funny stories.
One characteristic is the use of simple and vivid language. For example, in 'The Three Little Pigs', words like 'huff' and 'puff' are used to describe the wolf's actions, which are easy for children to understand and find funny. Another is the presence of interesting characters. Like the naughty Goldilocks in 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears'.
The characters in these stories are often relatable to children. A story about a child who is afraid of the dark but overcomes the fear is something many kids can identify with. And the humor in these stories can be both in the actions of the characters, like a clumsy bear trying to dance, and in the words they say, which are often silly and fun.
A well - known funny classic is 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' by Lewis Carroll. Alice's encounters with strange and absurd characters like the Mad Hatter and the Cheshire Cat are both bewildering and hilarious. Also, 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' by Roald Dahl is full of funny moments. The Oompa - Loompas and the wacky inventions in the factory make it a really fun read for kids.
Funny children's short stories usually have vivid characters. Like in 'The Three Little Pigs', the pigs are distinct, with one being lazy and the others being more hardworking. And the big bad wolf is also a very recognizable character. These characters add a lot of fun to the story.
Many of these stories use repetition. In 'There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly', the repeated lines like 'I don't know why she swallowed the fly' are very catchy. This repetition makes the story engaging for children and adds to the humor as the old lady swallows more and more absurd things.
Once there was a little girl on Halloween. She dressed up as a fairy. When she went to her neighbor's house for trick - or - treating, the neighbor's dog was also dressed as a fairy. The girl was so surprised and started laughing. She said it was like she found her dog twin.
One characteristic is simple and vivid characters. For example, in many stories, animals are used as characters like the clever fox or the clumsy bear. Another is the unexpected plot. A story may start in an ordinary way but end with a big surprise, which makes children laugh. And they usually have a positive moral or message at the end, like the importance of friendship or being honest.
One characteristic is simple language. They use words that kids can easily understand. For example, in 'Goodnight Moon', the language is very basic and repetitive, which is soothing for children at bedtime. Another is vivid characters. Like the Gruffalo in 'The Gruffalo', it's a unique and memorable character. Also, they often have a gentle plot. These stories don't have intense drama or scares, but rather a calm and positive ending to help kids relax and fall asleep.
One funny spin could be a version of 'Cinderella' where the mice are actually secret agents helping Cinderella not just with her dress but also to outwit the stepmother and sisters in high - tech ways. Another could be 'Little Red Riding Hood' where the wolf is a vegetarian who just wants to borrow some food from grandma. And for 'The Three Little Pigs', a funny spin could be that the pigs build their houses out of recycled materials and teach the wolf about environmental protection.
A memorable one is when a child thought the pastor's long robe was a magic cape. During the sermon, the child ran up to the pastor and tugged at it, asking if he could fly with it. It was quite a sight and made everyone chuckle.