Calvin and Hobbes: 30 Years of Laughter & Childhood Magic

Calvin and Hobbes is one of those classic comic strips that you're likely going to find really familiar! It is filled with great humor that many who grew up reading it will find nostalgic.

There’s no other series that is quite as amazing in its portrayal of childhood! The stories focus on these characters as they have awesome experiences, from everyday situations to exciting adventures and every emotion that is tied to childhood! The writer and artist, Bill Watterson really captured that time in a unique and truly heartfelt way.

Calvin’s 30th Anniversary:

The month of September 1994 brought some memorable, fun moments as this classic comic strip got some updates! If you are a huge fan of Calvin And Hobbes, there was some truly exceptional content in that month.

The creators and those who really adore the stories of this comic series are really excited because they celebrated the 30th Anniversary for some of the greatest work that Bill Watterson produced! So as you dive deeper, you get to understand why this strip really took over the hearts and minds of so many comic strip lovers!

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The 15 Funniest Calvin’s Comics

Calvin showing his dad a robot that he and Hobbes invented. Image

The creators of this iconic comic series took the time to put out something that all of us can appreciate as they celebrated Calvin's 30th Anniversary!

This series had plenty of unique, well-loved moments. These were all picked from the September 1994 set!

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Calvin’s Robot and The Struggles of Parenting

This might be one of the most unique takes on the idea of having kids! In one strip, Calvin comes to a grand idea to help him get out of one of his least favorite chores: "making his bed!"

What might have been a typical, boring situation becomes something that only a child's mind can imagine- a robot!

You’ll also find some humor from Calvin’s father in these Comics! It’s almost impossible to think of a father who isn’t trying to help his kids.

You’ll find his attempts, to help Calvin make sense of the world and of course, how much Calvin’s father tries to relate to this dynamic child.

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Calvin's Approach to Sports

Calvin and Hobbes going to bed after failing to make a functional robot. Image

Calvin wasn't always a sports fan, though.

He had his own version called Calvinball! One of his favorites to play with his stuffed tiger! Hobbes.
Even though Calvin wasn't super fond of real world sports like "football," he took the chance to try it out for a while with Hobbes.
However, in a series of panels we see that Calvin isn't always the most skilled, and ends up with the realization that his relationship with sports is an entertaining, but less than fun adventure. You can imagine it's about how skilled he thinks a duck is with "hunting."!

What was so amazing about that scene. He actually found it incredibly difficult.

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Calvin's Parent-Teacher Conference:

Calvin and Hobbes playing one-on-one football. Image

It's something that most of us who have kids (and those that did as well) have to deal with.

One of the more interesting comic strips in the series, really focuses on how the characters have this great dynamic and show us some super memorable situations!

A special moment for any kid who had an unforgettable Parent Teacher meeting and their fears about the things that might get told to their family!

What's truly entertaining is how Calvin's parents, or specifically, Calvin's mom gets back from the parent/teacher conference! It's not only entertaining! What's cool is how much these parents connect, to how real a childhood truly is.

Calvin's Dad Trying To Help:

Calvin getting tackled by Hobbes who missed him while he was at school. Image

You'll see what Calvin's dad is like through these special Comics, which really help highlight how this series delivers on humor! A comic featuring his dad. We've got some amazing, memorable moments for a parent and a child.

When his dad comes in to try and help Calvin, with some math problems that everyone struggled to deal with as children!
What happens here is exactly what a parent is trying to help their kid! We’re shown the struggle for the father who is just trying to be there and teach his kids some math. But there's this humorous struggle as Calvin wants his own way.

Calvin’s Unique Take On Math

Calvin and Hobbes excited that it's Saturday, while his dad is dreading it. Image

For those that don't know. Calvin isn’t super good at math. That's a funny element, and one that almost all kids experience! But for Calvin. His approach is unique as he takes these difficult concepts and gives them a completely new interpretation!

Instead of solving the math problem, Calvin decides to imagine he's in outer space and becomes Spaceman Spiff!

One of the cool things is how much Calvin loves to use his imagination! These amazing strips of "Calvin and Hobbes" really deliver with laughter and it might be the most interesting element in all the amazing stories that this series has given the world.

In fact, the series has touched on so many core issues, but really brings out these big feelings, which we all went through! Bill Watterson knew what made Calvin and Hobbes such an enduring success. You’ll discover those emotions, humor, and more as you look back over some of the funniest of all these amazing, classic comic strips!