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Reviewed by Kristen A. Peters for Readers' Favorite
In the hilarious and high-energy pages of The Dad Jokes Haggadah by Martin Bodek, the Passover Seder gets a much-needed injection of humor. This isn’t just your standard religious text; it’s a full-on celebration of the classic, pun-heavy "dad joke" style applied to the entire Exodus story. From the Ten Plagues to the parting of the Red Sea, Bodek manages to find a punchline for every step of the journey. The book follows the traditional order of the Seder—Kadesh, Urchatz, the whole nine yards—but peppers every page with one-liners and groan-worthy puns that are guaranteed to make some people laugh while others roll their eyes in classic dad-joke fashion. It’s a clever way to keep everyone at the table engaged, especially during those long stretches before the meal actually starts.
This book is a total game-changer for anyone who has ever sat through a dry, repetitive Seder. The Dad Jokes Haggadah by Martin Bodek is proof that you can respect tradition while still having a blast with it. I loved how the author drew on so many different sources of humor, ensuring there’s a joke for every generation at the table. It’s rare to find a book that manages to be both a functional guide for a holiday and a legitimate comedy routine. The writing is snappy, and the pacing is perfect for keeping the energy up during a family gathering. If you want to be the hero of your next Passover meal—or at least the one making everyone laugh-cry at your terrible puns—this book is an absolute must-have for your collection.
