“Ha-Ha leads to AHA!” ~ Arthur Koestler

Creating a healthy classroom atmosphere where learning can be fun begins with humor! Learn how K-12 students can express their humor and creativity sides through activities such as: “Brains”, “Cartoon Caption Capers”, “Illustrated Idioms”, “State of Fun”, “Top Ten Lists”, “Word Plays”, and much, much more!

Each lesson is written with teachers in mind with clear, concise instructions and ready to duplicate templates. Whether you have a few minutes during the day or hours to devote, these 20 units can result in your students being more engaged, happy and better creative thinkers. Benefits include:

• Enhanced creative thinking skills
• Extended attention and engagement
• Increased student comprehension
• Improved student/teacher relationships
• Easier classroom management

Learn how to dismiss the myths associated with humor in education. Don’t be afraid of losing control by using humor – jump right in and try it and discover how it enhances all teaching and learning.

What's Inside?

Introduction:

1. Humor Quotient Inventory
2. Mirth Meter Form
3. Funny Favorites Form

Units of Activities:

1. Brains
2. Cartoon Caption Capers
3. Comic Vision
4. Do It . . . See It
5. Fictionary
6. Greeting Cards
7. Illustrated Idioms
8. Parody a Song
9. Plates & Stickers
10. Political Cartooning
11. Punny Words
12. Quotation Quota
13. Rate a Cartoon
14. Stand-up Comedy
15. State of Fun
16. Tales and Rhymes
17. Top Ten Lists
18. Wacky, Weird, Wild Words
19. Word Plays
20. Glossary
21. References

52 Pages
Size: 8.5 x 11 inches