The man in the manatee

Article Abstract:

A man describes working for one day as the mascot for the Brevard County Manatee minor league baseball team. He prepares by wearing the costume's head to watch television and by practicing the real mascot's signature. After the game, he discovers he lost 10 pounds in the heavy, hot manatee costume.

Personal narratives, Portrayals, Humor and anecdotes, Minor league baseball, Mascots

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Make up a joke

Article Abstract:

One technique for developing a joke involves creating a joke from a famous name that has been changed slightly. The name then becomes the punch line, which is given as the response to a question. Jokes using variations of the name Davy Crockett are described.

Methods, Joking, Wit and humor, Juvenile, Children's humor, Children's humour

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Make way for the manatee

Article Abstract:

Manatees are among the most gentle and social sea creatures in existence. Despite these qualities, however, their numbers continue to dwindle due to hunting, boat-related injuries and loss of habitat.

Cover Story, Behavior, Endangered species, Protection and preservation

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