Hey there, giggle-monsters! Whether you’re packing a lunchbox or lining up for recess, there’s always time for a good belly laugh. This treasure chest of 240+ first grader jokes is packed with silly wordplay, goofy animal antics, and schoolyard humor perfect for young jokesters. Safe, silly, and super fun — these jokes will have first graders laughing all the way to snack time!
🦁 Animal Crack-Ups
Why did the lion eat the pencil? Because it wanted to draw a roar!
What do you call a bear with no teeth? A gummy bear!
Why did the duck cross the playground? To get to the other slide!
What do cows like to read in the morning? The moooos-paper.
What’s a cat’s favorite color? Purr-ple!
Why did the horse go behind the tree? To change his clothes!
What do frogs wear on their feet? Open-toad sandals!
What do you call a dog magician? A labracadabrador!
What do you get when you cross a fish and an elephant? Swimming trunks!
What do you call a pig that knows karate? A pork chop!
🍕 Food Fun-nies
Why did the banana go to the doctor? Because it wasn’t peeling well!
What kind of key opens a banana? A mon-key!
Why did the cookie go to the nurse? Because it felt crummy!
What do you call cheese that’s not yours? Nacho cheese!
Why don’t eggs tell jokes? They might crack up!
What did the bread say to the peanut butter? “You’re my jam!”
What’s orange and sounds like a parrot? A carrot!
Why did the cupcake cross the road? To get to the frosting station!
What’s a potato’s favorite sport? Mash-ball!
What’s the best snack for a computer? Microchips!
🚌 Schoolyard Sillies
Why did the pencil get an award? Because it was sharp!
What’s a teacher’s favorite drink? Hot chalk-late!
Why was the math book sad? It had too many problems.
Why did the crayon cry? Because it felt blue!
What’s the best subject in wizard school? Spelling!
What do you call a nervous pencil? Sketchy!
Why couldn’t the computer take its test? It had too many tabs open!
What did the paper say to the glue? “Stick with me!”
Why was the ruler late for class? It didn’t measure up!
What do scissors do at recess? Cut loose!
🐣 Egg-stra Funny Jokes
What did one egg say to the other? “Let’s get cracking!”
How do eggs stay healthy? They egg-cercise!
Why did the egg sit on the swing? To feel egg-cited!
What did the egg say at the talent show? “Omelettin’ my light shine!”
What happens if you tell a bad egg joke? You get yolked!
Why did the egg hide? Because it was egg-shy!
What kind of car do eggs drive? Yolkswagons!
How do baby eggs talk? Goo-goo egg-ga!
Why do eggs hate jokes? They always crack up!
What’s an egg’s favorite subject? Egg-onomics!
🌈 Imagination Station
What do you call a dinosaur with no eyes? Doyouthinkhesaurus!
What do unicorns eat for breakfast? Rainbow flakes!
Why did the alien go to school? To learn how to space out!
What’s a ghost’s favorite dessert? Boo-berry pie!
Why don’t dragons like fast food? Because they can’t catch it!
What do you call a fairy using a computer? Tinker-Click!
Why did the monster eat the homework? Because it was a piece of cake!
What do clouds wear under their pants? Thunderwear!
What do mermaids use to call each other? Shell phones!
Where do pirates go to school? Arrrrrrrr-t class!
🤪 Silly Faces & Wacky Races
What has ears but can’t hear? A cornfield!
Why was the broom late? It swept in!
Why did the chicken join a band? Because it had drumsticks!
What do you call a snail on a skateboard? Fast food!
What do you call a cow in space? A moo-naut!
Why don’t skeletons fight? They don’t have the guts!
What goes up but never comes down? Your age!
What did the nose say to the finger? Quit picking on me!
What kind of ball doesn’t bounce? A snowball!
What did one wall say to the other? “I’ll meet you at the corner!”
🧼 Clean & Funny (Just Like You!)
Why did the soap go to school? To get cleaner grades!
What do you call a clean dinosaur? A wash-a-saurus!
Why did the kid bring a ladder to school? Because they wanted to go to high school!
What do you call a shower that tells jokes? A laugh-er jet!
What do you get when you clean a chicken? Egg-stra fresh!
Why did the towel join the circus? To do towel-ting tricks!
What’s a sponge’s favorite game? Soak-er!
How do you know a joke is clean? It comes with bubbles!
Why did the bathtub laugh? It had a splash of humor!
What did the brush say to the toothpaste? “Let’s stick together!”
🐾 Pet-tastic Chuckles
What kind of dog loves books? A read-er retriever!
What do cats love to wear? Paw-jamas!
What do you call a rabbit with fleas? Bugs Bunny!
What’s a parrot’s favorite snack? Crackers, of course!
Why don’t fish do well in school? They work below sea level!
What did the hamster say when it ran too fast? “Wheely tired!”
What kind of music do cats like? Meow-sic!
Why are fish so smart? Because they’re always in schools!
What do you call a sleeping bull? A bulldozer!
Why was the dog sitting in the shade? Because it didn’t want to be a hot dog!
📚 Bookworm Gags
Why did the book go to the doctor? It had a broken spine!
What did the bookmark say to the page? “I’ve got you covered.”
Why are books so good at making friends? Because they have great stories!
Why did the kid read in the jungle? Because the book was wild!
What’s a vampire’s favorite book? Fang-tasy novels!
What do you call a funny book? A pun-ishment!
What book do bunnies love? Hop On Pop!
Why was the library so tall? It had a lot of stories!
What’s a book’s favorite treat? Bookies and cream!
What do you call a book that can sing? A note-book!
💡 Brainy and Bright
Why did the student bring a ladder to class? Because they were going to high school!
What did the light bulb say to the switch? “You turn me on!”
What’s a scientist’s favorite fruit? A test-ra berry!
Why did the brain get an award? For being so bright!
What did the calculator say to the pencil? “You can count on me!”
What’s a robot’s favorite snack? Computer chips!
What do you call a thinking dinosaur? A philosoraptor!
Why did the student eat his homework? Because the teacher said it was a piece of cake!
What’s the smartest insect? A spelling bee!
Why did the crayon go to college? To draw conclusions!
🏫 Teacher-Tested Giggles
Why did the teacher wear sunglasses? Her students were so bright!
What kind of math do birds love? Owl-gebra!
Why was the teacher so funny? She had class!
What did the teacher say to the clock? “Watch it!”
Why did the desk laugh? Because someone cracked it up!
What’s a teacher’s favorite nation? Expla-nation!
Why don’t teachers tell secrets? Because their desks might squeak!
What kind of tree fits in your hand? A palm tree!
What’s a pirate’s favorite subject? Arrrrt!
Why was the chalk always calm? It knew how to stay grounded.
FAQs
Are these jokes safe for school?
Yes! All jokes are classroom-friendly and perfect for first graders.
Can these jokes help with reading?
Absolutely! They build vocabulary, wordplay skills, and confidence.
Are these good for lunchbox notes?
Yes! Add one to a lunchbox and brighten your child’s day.
Can first graders understand these jokes?
Totally! They’re simple, silly, and made just for their level.
Are these jokes good for ESL learners?
Yes — they’re a fun way to explore language and idioms.
How many jokes are in this list?
Over 240 giggle-worthy jokes in 20 categories!
Can I print these for my classroom?
Of course! Great for joke-of-the-day walls or brain breaks.
What age group is best for these jokes?
Ideal for ages 5–7, but older kids will giggle too!
Can I turn these into a joke book or cards?
Yes! Just give credit if sharing or posting.
What if I want more themes?
Just ask! I can create more joke collections (animals, space, holidays, etc.).
Conclusion
Laughter is the best subject of all — and first graders are the best students in it! These jokes bring joy to the classroom, the lunch table, and beyond. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or just a joke-loving kid, these first grader jokes are sure to tickle your funny bone. So go ahead — share a joke, make a friend laugh, and turn every day into a giggle-fest!
