Children Quote by Michael Rosen
“As I began to perform - songs, poems, sketches or conjuring tricks - I began to learn what children run with and what they dont. I discovered that, quite often, an element of surprise or absurdity might be the key to unlocking laughter.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Michael Rosen's Book of Laughter (2015)
Surprise and absurdity often unlock humor, especially for children.
In simple terms: Surprise makes people laugh.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the unexpected to create humor.
Themes
humor
creativity
children
Mood
playful
lighthearted
Type
comedic
educational
When to use this quote
- teaching kids
- writing comedy
- improv classes
- family gatherings
- social media memes
Key Concepts
absurdity
surprise
psychology of laughter
Questions to Reflect On
- What absurd idea could you use in a joke?
- How does surprise affect your mood?
A Different Perspective
Humor can be culturally specific; not all surprise lands.
