comedians

Offers teachers, administrators, and counselors practical suggestions for teaching class clowns while allowing them to share their blend of humor and intelligence in a manner that remains conducive to learning.

"Comedian Jamie Grimm, accompanied by Uncle Frank, New Aunt Flora, and friends, circles the globe as host of regional competitions, then competes, himself, in the Planet's Funniest Kid Worldwide contest.--Provided by Publisher.

A biography of talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres, who came out as a lesbian on her sitcom in 1997 and overcame a difficult childhood and uncertain start in show business to achieve a popular status in Hollywood.

While preparing for their bar mitzvahs, comedy-obsessed Noah and Dash find their friendship threatened by a personal tragedy.

"Comedian Steve Hofstetter grapples with life after seventh grade... when his world fell apart. Formatted as a series of personal essays, Steve walks his readers through awkward early dating, family turbulence, and the revenge of the bullied nerds"--OCLC.

"While on a mission to win the Planet's Funniest Kid Comic regional competition, New York middle schooler Jamie Grimm copes with rival comics and bullies, a buddy in trouble, and a sudden family emergency, all with a sense of humor and a loyal group of friends"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of the comedienne describing her career, her time as part of the original cast of "Saturday Night Live," and her battle with cancer.

Comedian W. Kamau Bell writes about a wide range of issues including race relations, fatherhood, the state of law enforcement today, politics, his interracial marriage, his struggle early in his comedy career, and other topics.

Comedian Whitney Cummings reflects on her life , career, and a few regrettable blunders along the way.