Not much is certain in life, but we know one thing for sure: You're never too old to laugh (see also: dad jokes). That means you're definitely never too young, either—and nobody loves jokes as much as kids do. Whether you have a silly toddler, a goofy 2nd grader, or a quirky teen, there's something about silly one-liners and knock-knock jokes that kids can't get enough of.
Unfortunately for you (aka their audience), most kids have a limited supply of gags. If you want to avoid hearing the same comic routine over and over again, you've come to the right place. Our list of the best jokes for kids will have everyone–young and old–laughing the day away.
These funny jokes are short, simple, and easy to remember. We've even broken them down into categories, so your animal-obsessed kindergartener and your food-loving middle schooler can memorize the quips that resonate most with them. Because these are kid-friendly jokes, they might earn a few groans from the adults in the room when your child practices their stand-up routine at a party—but shucks, a little corny humor never hurt anybody!
Whenever your little one's material starts to get stale, revisit this list of funny kids' jokes and teach them a few more fresh funnies. You'll be glad you did!
Funny Knock-Knock Jokes for Kids
- Knock knock. Who's there? Cow says. Cow says who? No, a cow says moo.
- Knock knock. Who's there? Etch. Etch who? Bless you!
- Knock knock. Who's there? Tank. Tank Who? You're welcome!
- Knock knock. Who's there? Boo. Boo who? Don't cry, I'm only joking!
- Knock knock. Who's there? Norma Lee. Norma Lee who? Normally I ring the doorbell.
- Knock knock. Who's there? Annie. Annie who? Is Annie body home?
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Wa. Wa who? What are you so excited about?!
- Knock knock. Who's there? Lettuce. Lettuce who? Lettuce in.
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Leon. Leon who? Leon me when you’re not strong!
- Knock knock. Who's there? Adore. Adore who? Adore is between us, so please open up!
- Knock knock. Who's there? A little old lady. A little old lady who? Wow, I didn’t know you could yodel!
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Lena. Lena who? Lena a little closer, and I’ll tell you another joke!
- Knock knock. Who's there? Candice. Candice who? Candice joke get any worse
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Goliath. Goliath who? Goliath down, you look-eth tired!
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Broccoli? Broccoli who? Broccoli doesn’t have a last name, silly.
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Wooden shoe. Wooden shoe who? Wooden shoe like to hear another joke?
- Knock knock. Who’s there? Jimmy. Jimmy who? Jimmy crack corn and I don’t care!
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Cows go. Cows go who? No silly, cows go MOO!
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Harry. Harry who? Harry up and answer the door!
- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Cash. Cash who? No thanks, but I’ll take a peanut if you have one!
- Knock knock. Who’s there? Honeydew. Honeydew who? Honeydew you wanna dance?
- Knock knock. Who’s there? Juno. Juno who? Juno how funny this is?
- Knock knock. Who’s there? Weekend. Weekend who? Weekend do anything we want.
- Knock knock. Who’s there? Watts. Watts who? Watts for dinner? I’m hungry.
Funny One-Liners for Kids
- I always wanted to be a doctor, but I didn't have the patients.
- I'm on a seafood diet: When I see food, I eat it.
- If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving isn't for you.
- I was going to tell a pizza joke, but it was too cheesy.
- I just flew into town and my arms are so tired.
- I tried to do my homework but my pencil broke, so it was pointless.
- I used to be addicted to the Hokey Pokey, but I turned myself around.
- The more this towel dries, the wetter it gets.
- I ate a clock yesterday, it was very time-consuming.
- I've just written a song about tortillas; actually, it’s more of a rap.
Funny Jokes About Animals
- Where do cows go on Friday nights? To the moo-vies.
- If a seagull flies over the sea, what flies over the bay? A bagel.
- Why couldn't the pony talk? Because she was just a little hoarse.
- What is a bat's favorite sport? Baseball.
- How do you make an octopus laugh? With ten-tickles.
- How do you keep a bull from charging? Cancel its credit card.
- Why didn't the teddy bear want dessert? He was already stuffed.
- What do you call a dinosaur who wears glasses? A Do-you-think-he-sarus.
- What did the buffalo say when his kid went to college? Bison.
- Why couldn't the duck pay for dinner? His bill was too big.
- What is a snake's favorite subject? Hiss-tory.
- Why are penguins so awkward at parties? Because they can't break the ice.
- What do you call a sleeping bull? A bull-dozer.
- What did the farmer call the cow that had no milk? An udder failure.
- Why do fish live in salt water? Because pepper makes them sneeze!
Funny Jokes About School
- Why was the math book sad? It had a lot of problems.
- What did the paper say to the pencil? Write on.
- Why did the student eat his homework? Because his teacher said it was a piece of cake.
- Where do pencils come from? Pennsylvania.
- What do kids do during recess on rainy days? Play bored games.
- Why don't science teachers trust atoms? Because they make up everything.
- How did the student feel when he learned about electricity? Totally shocked.
- Why did the bikes get detention at school? They spoke too much.
- Why couldn't the music teacher start her car? Her keys were on the piano.
- Why didn't anyone want to eat next to the basketball team? Because they dribble too much.
- What did the student say to the teacher after he missed the first day of school? No, ma'am. I didn't miss it at all.
- How does a science teacher freshen her breath? With experi-mints!
- What do elves learn in school? The elf-abet.
Funny Jokes About Food
- Why did the cookie go to the nurse? Because he felt crumby.
- What kind of room doesn't have doors? A mushroom.
- Why did the girl throw a stick of butter out the window? She wanted to see a butterfly.
- How do you open a banana? With a mon-key.
- What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta.
- What do you call stolen cheddar? Nacho cheese!
- What did Baby Corn say to Mama Corn? Where's Pop Corn?
- How does a cucumber become a pickle? It goes through a jarring experience.
- Why oranges wear sunscreen? So they don't peel.
- Why was there peanut butter on the road? To go with the traffic jam.
- What does the Invisible Man drink at snack time? Evaporated milk.
- What did the cake say to the fork? "You want a piece of me?"
- What does a pickle say when he wants to play cards? "Dill me in!"