Up to No Good: The Rascally Things Boys Do

by Kitty Harmon, Heather Gilson (Photographer)

Snips and snails and
puppy dog tails... Now in paperback, this collection of perfectly decent grown men's confessions about the mischief they made as boys will no doubt jog a few heretofore selective memories. And their tales of grossing out girls and eating bugs will leave perfectly decent grown women gasping with incredulity. With charming black and white images of freckled-faced, tousle-haired boys in all their awkward and goofy glory, here's the perfect gift for the little rascal who grew up, but still remembers the days when....

Genres: Humor

108 pages, Paperback

First published April 27, 2000

Reviews

[Jane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Are you a fan of
A. Fart Jokes
B. Setting things on fire
C. Explosions
D. Teasing little sisters
If so, you'll love this compendium of ridiculous stories of the crazy things boys do.
It is a perfect bathroom book.

[Hanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a cute read. Most every story was written by men born in the 40s or 50s and it was refreshing to read and giggle! Short stories that had me loving that I have little boys. Highly recommend!

[Mitch · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this short work, with its vignettes and pictures all about the nefarious doings of boys. Although some of these are cruel and not at all cool, others are hilarious. There is one that is only 36 words long, but it's one of the most telling short stories I've ever read. And the one about the dead crow...but hey, no spoilers here.

[Brigette · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, as my Boy is 4ish, this was a little scary. LOL. But maybe a good reminder that as much mischief as he gets into, it's all totally normal. And also a reminder to keep both eyes on him at all times. Plus one hand, if possible.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was given to me by a good friend just before having my 4th boy...it is hilarious!!!

[Dennis · Rating 2 out of 5]

Man. I did some bad things, but some of the things in this book border on evil.