Instructional Video

How to Make Your Writing Funnier

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Did you ever notice the art of comedy is indeed an art? Check out this video that contains quick and catchy tips and tricks for crafting comedy that will tickle your funny bone.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have class members identify the stock characters and the incongruities in their favorite TV shows
  • As guided practice, have class members generate a mind map for a word
Classroom Considerations
  • While the suggestions are pointed and specific, some learners may find them oversimplified; therefore, have the whole class generate ideas for a mind map that may be used to create a short comedy sketch
Pros
  • The resource includes the video, a brief assessment, suggestions for additional research, and a writing prompt
Cons
  • None