My Dad Thinks He's Funny
What’s inside...
The book humorously details the antics of a dad who thinks he's funny by making dad jokes every chance he gets. Whenever his child says they're hungry, the dad responds with, 'Hello Hungry. Pleased to meet you.' Despite thinking he's humorous, his humor often leads to eye rolls rather than laughter. The book is filled with familiar 'dadisms' and is well illustrated, capturing the essence of dad humor. It makes a perfect gift for anyone who can relate to having a dad whose jokes are corny but endearing.
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Child Narrator
Dad
Discussion points
What’s your favorite funny thing that Dad said in the book? Why?
How do you feel when someone tells a joke that you don't find funny?
Can you think of a time when Dad said something funny that made you laugh? What did he say?
Why do you think Dad in the book likes to make jokes all the time?
How would you make your family laugh if you were telling a joke?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, share a light-hearted moment with your child by telling a joke. This sets a fun tone for the shared reading experience.
Notice if any jokes in the book resonate with your own family humor. Discuss with your child why those particular jokes are funny to your family.
Use dramatic expressions and changes in tone to deliver the jokes from the book, showing your child the humor in the father’s words.
Invite your child to imagine and describe what kind of jokes they would tell if they were the dad in the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of Humor
Explanation: The book showcases a father's playful attempts to make his child laugh with his wit, emphasizing humor's role in strengthening relationships.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate humor and its positive effects on relationships, helping them develop social skills and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Importance of Family Bonding
Explanation: Through the interactions between the father and his child, the book highlights the unique bond within families, fostered through shared moments and inside jokes.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to participate actively in family activities and cherish the personal interactions that create lifelong memories.
Example Lesson: Creative Thinking
Explanation: The father's humorous remarks often involve clever wordplay and unexpected perspectives, demonstrating creative thinking.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to think outside the box and express themselves creatively in everyday conversations and problem solving.
Example Lesson: Communication Skills
Explanation: The book's dialogue-driven narrative provides a great platform to demonstrate effective communication between parent and child.
Real-World Application: Children can learn how to express themselves and communicate their thoughts and feelings clearly, aiding in their overall linguistic development.
Example Lesson: Coping with Embarrassment
Explanation: The child’s reactions to the dad’s jokes show how to handle potentially embarrassing situations with grace.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to manage and respond to social challenges with humor and poise, preparing them for various interpersonal interactions.