Plants vs. Zombies: Soil Your Plants Joke Book
What’s inside...
There is absolutely nothing funny about the zombie invasion and end of civilization as we know it - which is why it's so important to own a good joke book! Based on the smash-hit 'Plants vs. Zombies' video game, this book is a guaranteed rib-tickler - whichever side of the fence you sit on. Packed with over 250 great gags about both plants and zombies, it's enough to make even the undead giggle! Enjoy other rather frightening Plants vs. Zombies books in the series including the Plants vs. Zombies Official Guide and the Plants vs. Zombies Official Sticker Book.
Discussion points
What is your favorite joke from the book and why did it make you laugh?
If you could create your own plant or zombie character, what special powers would it have?
How do the plants and zombies in the book interact with each other? What can we learn about teamwork from them?
Can you think of a funny scenario involving plants and zombies that isn’t in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Ask open-ended questions to encourage your child to think deeply about the humor and characters.
Relate the funny scenarios in the book to real life situations to help your child draw parallels and enhance understanding.
Laugh along with your child to create a joyful reading experience and build a stronger emotional connection with the material.
Encourage your child to imagine and perhaps draw or describe their own amusing plant or zombie to foster creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Humor and Creativity
Explanation: The book offers a collection of jokes related to the 'Plants vs. Zombies' theme, which can help children understand and appreciate humor.
Real-World Application: Children can use the humor learned from the book to interact socially with peers, enhancing their communication skills and confidence.
Example Lesson: Importance of Strategy
Explanation: Through the underlying theme of plants defending against zombies, children indirectly learn about strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply strategic thinking skills in games, sports, and academic challenges, promoting analytical thinking and decision-making.
Example Lesson: Creativity in Problem Solving
Explanation: The humorous, imaginative scenarios depicted in the book encourage children to think outside the box and be creative.
Real-World Application: This creativity can be transferred to other areas of learning and play, encouraging innovative solutions to obstacles and problems.
Example Lesson: Value of Persistence
Explanation: The recurring theme of the plants tirelessly defending against zombies illustrates the importance of persistence in facing challenges.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persistence in completing tasks such as homework or learning new skills despite difficulties.
Example Lesson: Learning Botanical Elements
Explanation: While the context is humorous, the use of different plants introduces children to various types of flora and their characteristics in a fun way.
Real-World Application: This knowledge can spark an interest in gardening or biology, providing a foundation for further exploration and education in science.