What Are You Laughing At? Differences in Children's and Adults' Humorous Book Selections for Children.

Munde, Gail

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ERIC Number: EJ559323

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Publication Date: 1997

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What Are You Laughing At? Differences in Children's and Adults' Humorous Book Selections for Children.

Munde, Gail

Children's Literature in Education, v28 n4 p219-33 Dec 1997

Contends there is a disparity between the humorous books children choose to read and the humorous books adults choose for children to read. Finds this merits attention because research has consistently indicated that humor is children's strongest preference for reading material. Identifies and examines humorous books; finds different choices according to children's age group. (PA)

Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adults, Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature, Comparative Analysis, Humor, Reading Habits, Reading Interests, Reading Material Selection

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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