Humor and Children's Development
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Here is the first book that is geared toward practical applications of humor with children. Health care professionals, counselors, social workers, students, and parents will find this to be a fascinating, instructive volume that illustrates how to effectively incorporate humor into children’s lives to produce enormously positive results. With a strong “how to” focus, this enlightening volume addresses the use of humor in the classroom--to promote learning and to foster higher levels of creative
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This practical guide offers parents and professionals concrete strategies for incorporating humor into children's daily lives to support healthy development. McGhee presents research-backed methods for using laughter and playfulness to enhance learning, build resilience, and strengthen emotional bonds between children and caregivers. The book's strong "how to" approach makes it particularly valuable for those seeking to move beyond theory to actual implementation in homes and classrooms.
What distinguishes this resource is its focus on humor as a developmental tool rather than mere entertainment, showing how intentional comedy can foster creativity and improve educational outcomes. Parents will appreciate the specific techniques for using age-appropriate humor to navigate challenging moments and create positive family dynamics. This insightful volume demonstrates how laughter serves as serious medicine for childhood development, offering lasting benefits for emotional growth and cognitive advancement.
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