Absurd Words

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Product details

  • ISBN 9781492697428
  • Weight: 760g
  • Dimensions: 168 x 214mm
  • Publication Date: 02 Feb 2022
  • Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc
  • Publication City/Country: US
  • Product Form: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Age Group: Ages 12+
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Turn curious kids into confident communicators with the hilariously brilliant vocabulary book that transforms language learning into pure fun.

Absurd Words is the definitive vocabulary builder for kids ages 8–12 who crave words with flavor. Packed with over 750 quirky, clever, and downright ridiculous words, this full-color illustrated, laughter-fueled reference is more than just educational, it’s unforgettable. Designed for middle-grade readers and loved by educators, parents, and word nerds alike, it’s a must-have for any child ready to level up their language skills.
If your child has ever giggled at “gobbledygook” or asked what “persnickety” means, this is their dream book.
Inside This Award-Winning Language Adventure:

  • Organized by playful themes: From “Shenanigans & Monkey Business” to “Feelings & Fizzle,” find words by vibe, not alphabet
  • Hilarious, memorable example sentences: No more dry definitions—these are words kids will actually use
  • Etymology and fun facts included: Inspire curiosity about where words come from and how they evolve
  • Perfect for educators, homeschoolers, and parents: A versatile tool for language arts, creative writing, or back-to-school prep


Whether it’s lighting a creative spark in the classroom or making wordplay a nightly ritual, Absurd Words turns language into a playground. It’s the gift that keeps on giving—at school, at home, and at every unexpected moment a perfect word is needed.

TARA LAZAR is an established children's picture book author with six titles in print. She's founder of Storystorm (formerly called Picture Book Idea Month), a popular writing challenge. She has presented at regional SCBWI conferences and is a council member of the Rutgers University Council on Children's Literature. She lives in New Jersey. Visit her at taralazar.com