Behind the Laughs Lesson Guide
A 2-page teacher-facing lesson plan and instructional guide. Includes a structured 45-minute pacing guide, an anchor chart blueprint, three situational roleplay scripts ('Script Flips'), and specialized facilitator guidance on identifying defensive laughter.
Behind the Laughs Slides
A 7-slide discussion-driven presentation for teaching 5th graders to recognize manipulation, the differences between shared humor and 'prop' humor, the psychology behind defensive laughter, and strategies to flip the script.
Behind the Laughs Workshop Booklet
A 2-page student-facing scenario workshop booklet. Page 1 contains a scenario analysis worksheet exploring the 'Prop Trap' dynamic, and Page 2 contains printable small-group scenario cards and a personal commitment reflection area.