[Melani Huberts]

There was this one time when a little girl in my class was feeling upset. She had misplaced her favorite toy, and she was quite distressed about it. I decided to lighten the mood by using humor. I pretended to be a ‘toy detective’ and, together with the other children, we embarked on a ‘search mission’ to find her toy. We made funny detective hats out of paper, and every time we checked a spot, we giggled and pretended to be on a secret mission. Eventually, we found the toy hidden under a cushion, and everyone celebrated with laughter and high-fives. It not
only helped the upset child feel better, but it also created a joyful atmosphere in the classroom, making the children more relaxed and engaged in the learning activities that followed

[Jenny Haskins]

Once, a child was upset, and I made a funny face. The child laughed, and soon others joined in. Humor helped us connect, making the classroom a happier place

[Laurie Bowman]

I often use funny voices and silly stories to engage children.

[Carol Snyder]

I like to use different facial expressions and voices when the children and I are engaged in transitions throughout the day.

[Nikki]

Whenever something spills or drops in the classroom I say, “uh-oh spaghettio” and it makes them laugh.

[Diane]

A time when humor helped in the classroom was when a child was trying to open the top of the glitter jar and the glitter went all over the table. Instead of being upset, i said”Happy New Year!” and we all laughed!

[Trainer]

Diane, your example shows how humor can turn a potentially frustrating situation into a lighthearted moment, creating a positive and joyful classroom atmosphere. Well done!

[April]

There was a time during the end of circle time, the children remebered that after circle is snack time. Instead of me saying, It is time for snack. I said, “It is time for lunch.” The children looked and me and started to laugh. One of the kids said, “You are funny.” I laughed with them and said , “You are correct, it is snack time.”

[Trainer]

April, your story highlights the positive impact of humor on building connections and creating a lighthearted classroom atmosphere, promoting joy and laughter among the children. Great example!

[April]

Another humor is when I read a book of The 3 Little Pigs and I ‘ve changed my voice from Little Pig to Big Bad Wolf and they children started to laugh.