Rory Ruckus and his Very Silly Signs

Rory Ruckus and his Very Silly Signs

One Bored Kid. One Marker. One Very Silly Idea.

5+ years40 pagesPublished 2026
5.0 · Loved by families

Meet Rory Ruckus, a kid with a BIG imagination and an even bigger talent for turning ordinary things into extraordinary fun.

One quiet afternoon at school, Rory notices something strange: signs are everywhere. They're on the walls, above the doors, and around every corner. But Rory has a question...

What if they said something a little more interesting?

Before long, NO RUNNING becomes NO RUNNING SLOWLY, the LIBRARY turns into the LIE-BRARY, and the entire school is caught in a whirlwind of laughter, confusion, and wonderfully silly chaos.

As Rory's mischievous sign swaps spread through the hallways, he discovers that words are powerful, creativity is a gift, and even the wildest ideas can lead to something meaningful.

Perfect for young readers, families, classrooms, and storytime, Rory Ruckus and His Very Silly Signs is a laugh-out-loud adventure packed with imagination, wordplay, and heart.

Rory Ruckus and his Very Silly Signs back cover

Built for Read-Aloud Fun

Playful pacing, funny sign changes, and expressive scenes make Rory’s story easy to enjoy at home, in classrooms, and during storytime.

Creativity That Learns Its Lesson

Rory’s imagination begins with mischief, but the story gently shows how bright ideas can become helpful when guided with care.

Great for Classroom Conversations

A strong fit for discussions about words, rules, responsibility, creative thinking, and how small choices can make a big difference.

Silly Signs Kids Will Remember

Packed with mixed-up signs, school-day confusion, and visual surprises that give young readers plenty to giggle about.

Pages40
Ages5+ years
Published2026
GenreChildren's Picture Book
What Readers Say

A hit with parents, teachers, and kids!

See why families and educators everywhere are laughing along with Rory's very silly signs.

Such a cute and clever storybook! I love the creative storyline and the hilarious but relatable reactions of the school children. This book is creative, imagina...

Nancy McManus

My students love this book! I would highly recommend Rory Ruckus to anyone who enjoys funny school stories and characters who think outside the box. It is a fun...

Patrick Ryan

A delightful story of creativity recognized! Rory is a bright spark who aims to bring joy to everyone around him. Like most bright, creative children, he needs...

Holly Karker

Rory Ruckus and His Very Silly Signs is an invitation to a wonderful world of imagination. It makes you reflect on your own childhood school days and all the th...

Dianne Luberto

Rory Ruckus and His Very Silly Signs is sure to become a favorite for both kids and adults. The author nails Rory’s playful spirit and mischievous antics. As a...

Cathy Condon

This is such a great book. I read this to my first-grade class as it was being written, and they absolutely loved it! Creativity was ignited, and my students co...

Janell Galuski

Rory Ruckus makes one very silly idea so much fun! Seeing the world a little differently makes the world seem not so different after all. A special story that a...

Careth Daly

Rory Ruckus is a humorous and heartwarming children’s book. Mischievousness takes on a whole new meaning in this cleverly worded story. Bursting out laughing is...

Dean Leiby

This story is an absolute delight! It follows a mischievous yet incredibly creative elementary school boy who causes mayhem by altering the school’s signs using...

Maureen Leiby

Rory Ruckus is an absolute blast from start to finish! Packed with silly antics, lively energy, and hilarious moments, it keeps kids and adults engaged. The boo...

R. Joseph

This book was such a joy to read! My seven-year-old and I were completely engaged from start to finish, laughing out loud at Rory’s clever signs and eagerly won...

Claire Mracek

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Grab your copy today and enjoy the hilarious world of very silly signs with your young reader.