Noticing that some people love telling jokes and some people do not.
Exploring how jokes can be one way of connecting with people.
Thinking about how different people find different things funny.
Considering that it is okay if not everyone laughs at the same joke.
Noticing the different ways people react when they hear a joke.
Bert and Ernie have been challenged to tell a joke. Ernie asks Bert to tell a joke. Bert says things like "I can't tell a joke" and "that's not me". Ernie says he will help and sets the stage for a joke.
• What did you notice about how Bert responded to the request to tell a joke?
• Do you like telling jokes?
• Do you like hearing jokes?
• What is one joke you know?
• Do your friends like telling jokes?
• Is there someone who always makes you laugh?
• Does everyone have to like the same jokes?
• How can jokes help during a conversation?
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