The Usborne Book of Monster Jokes (Joke Books)
What’s inside...
A collection of jokes and riddles on movie, legendary, animal, and literary monsters.
Age
9-10
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What kind of emotions do you think each monster in the jokes feels?
Which joke was your favorite and why?
How do you think the characters in the jokes could solve their problems?
Can you think of your own funny monster joke?
What do you like most about the way the monsters interact in the jokes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Laugh along with the jokes and show enthusiasm to make your child feel comfortable and excited about sharing.
Encourage your child to relate the jokes to real-life situations which can deepen their understanding of the scenarios.
Ask your child to draw their favorite monster from the book and describe its characteristics to foster creativity.
Create a mini ‘joke-telling’ session where you both take turns to make up or recite jokes, enhancing a bonding experience.
Praise your child's responses, even if the jokes they come up with don’t make sense, to boost their confidence in expressing themselves.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The book offers a plethora of monster-themed jokes that encourage children to think creatively and imagine the scenarios being described.
Real-World Application: Children can use their heightened imagination and creativity to craft stories, jokes, or engage in creative play, enhancing their cognitive development and problem-solving skills.
Example Lesson: Language Skills
Explanation: Understanding and telling jokes require a good grasp of language nuances, such as puns and wordplay, which are abundant in this book.
Real-World Application: As children learn and retell these jokes, their vocabulary and understanding of language structures improve, aiding their communication skills both in academic environments and in daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Social Skills
Explanation: Jokes are a social tool, helping to connect people and bring laughter to various situations.
Real-World Application: By sharing jokes, children can enhance their social interactions and become more adept at reading social cues, which is essential for emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Confidence Building
Explanation: Memorizing and delivering jokes effectively can boost a child’s confidence as they engage their listeners and elicit reactions.
Real-World Application: This boost in self-esteem can encourage children to participate more in class and social activities, fostering an assertive and positive identity.