Sideways Stories from Wayside School

Wacky Stories That Will Make You Giggle

Written byLouis Sachar

Narrated byLouis Sachar

Length2h26m

Release dateSeptember 16, 2008

GenreChildren's Audiobooks, Growing Up & Facts of Life, Social & Life Skills

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.6 (3 ratings)

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Author	Louis Sachar
Narrator	Louis Sachar
Runtime	2h26m
Published	September 16, 2008
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (3 ratings)
Categories	Children's Audiobooks, Growing Up & Facts of Life, Social & Life Skills, Literature & Fiction, Chapter Books & Readers, Chapter Books, Fiction, Classics, Humorous Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Sideways Stories from Wayside School is a whimsical journey through a uniquely chaotic school where nothing makes sense — except for the sheer joy of listening to it. Louis Sachar’s dry, sardonic narration adds an extra layer of humor and surprise to each story. This audiobook captures the magic of childhood imagination while tackling universal themes of friendship, bullying, and growing up in a delightfully nonsensical way.

Tags: children's audiobooksschool humorquirky storytelling

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Expert narration by Louis Sachar brings every character and scene to life across 2h26m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

Hearing Sideways Stories from Wayside School read by its author Louis Sachar is like stepping into his own creation — it’s quirky, irreverent, and brimming with the kind of mischief that only kids can appreciate. The narration is perfect; Sachar’s voice delivers every punchline with the right amount of deadpan humor, making each story feel fresh and engaging. Despite its age, the audiobook remains a standout for its clever storytelling and pacing. However, some stories might feel too short or abrupt to fully develop their themes, which can leave listeners wanting more depth in certain narratives.

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