Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn how to write jokes like Wednesday Addams and understand her character better.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pencils or pens
• Imagination

No prior knowledge needed, just come ready to have fun!

Activities

• Create Your Own Dark Humor Jokes: Think about situations that could be turned into dark humor jokes, just like Wednesday Addams does.
• Write a Short Monologue as Wednesday Addams: Imagine you are Wednesday Addams and write a short monologue in her style. Don't forget her deadpan delivery!
• Draw a Comic Strip: Draw a comic strip featuring Wednesday Addams and her dark sense of humor. Make sure to include a punchline at the end!

Talking Points

• Who is Wednesday Addams and why is she known for her dark sense of humor?

  "Wednesday Addams is a fictional character known for her love of all things dark and macabre. She often makes jokes that are unexpected and a bit twisted."

• What makes a joke dark humor?

  "Dark humor is a type of comedy that makes light of serious, disturbing, or taboo subjects. It often involves making jokes about things that are not typically funny."

• How can you write jokes like Wednesday Addams?

  "To write jokes like Wednesday Addams, think about situations that are usually serious or sad and find a way to make them funny in a twisted way. Remember, timing and delivery are key!"