"How to Books" to Nurture Your Child's Sense of Humor Kids Who Laugh: How to Develop Your Child's Sense of Humor Instilling the Gift of Laughter as a Lifetime Tool for Success by Louis R. Franzini, Ph.D. A reviewer writes: "Kids Who Laugh is a very informative, enjoyable and worthwhile book. I believe that one of the most important gifts I can give to my children is the gift of a sense of humor. Dr. Franzini, with his insightful text and helpful techniques, helps a parent achieve this goal. Dr. Franzini makes a convincing argument that a sense of humor is a learned trait and, after reading this book, I agree. Even if you already have a well developed sense of humor, this book helps you transfer that trait to your children."   Humor, Play & Laughter: Stress-Proofing Life with Your Kids by Joseph A. Michelli, Ph.D. A reviewer writes: "Though childless, I found Dr. Joseph Michelli's book "Humor, Play & Laughter" a highly entertaining read. I was particulary impressed with the "Activities" sections, which lacked the boring exercises found in other such books, replacing them with humor and joy. Dr. Michelli possess a fantastic sense of humor and fun - and nowhere does this stand out more than in the Chapters themselves. His treatment and respect for children as little people was very moving. The book kept me rolling. A reading MUST for caring parents, and those working with children."   How to Be the Funniest Kid in the Whole Wide World (or just in your class) by Jay Leno from a reader This book touches the very heart of every child, teen and parent. For Jay to have the proceeds go to Concerns of Police Survivors is enheartening, as the children of fallen officers have so much to give and receive in this world, still...and encouragement makes a difference to them. I will give all my nieces and nephews, and children a book for Christmas. Way to go, Jay!   Understanding and Promoting the Development of Children's Humor by Paul McGhee, Phd. Kendall/Hunt, 2002. To order directly from the publisher Understanding and Promoting the Development of Children's Humor is designed to give parents and teachers a better understanding of children's humor.  The book first discusses the many intellectual, social, emotional and health benefits received from the play, humor and laughter that all children show.  It then gives a detailed presentation of basic developmental changes in children's humor from infancy through elementary school.  A final chapter shows parents and teachers how to nurture and strengthen children's humor skills. The companion book, Stumble Bees and Pelephones, is geared to kids between first grade and junior high school and designed to improve verbal humor skills at an age where kids are highly motivated to learn jokes and riddles.  The book consists of riddles and jokes with a key part of the punch line missing.  Three clues are provided to guide the child's thinking in the right direction and the child must use the information given in each clue to create a funny punch line.  Three levels of riddle difficulty are provided, and answers are given at the end of each section - although, a different answer from the child may be just as good as the one provided.