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33 Funny Jokes for First Grade

Updated: Oct 25

Ready for some giggles? Here's a collection of super simple and silly jokes perfectly suited for 1st graders! These fun puns and playful questions are easy to understand and are sure to bring a smile to young children. So, gather around and get ready to deliver some chuckle-worthy punchlines that will make your favorite first graders laugh out loud!


33 Simple, Funny Jokes for First Grade


Q: Why don't eggs tell jokes?

  • A: They'd crack each other up!

Q: Why did the banana go to the doctor?

  • A: Because it wasn't peeling well!

Q: What do you call a dog that can do magic?

  • A: A labracadabrador!

Q: Why did the cookie go to the nurse?

  • A: Because it felt crummy!

Q: How do bees get to school?

  • A: By school buzz!

Q: What’s orange and sounds like a parrot?

  • A: A carrot!

Q: Why did the bicycle fall over?

  • A: Because it was two-tired!

Q: What has keys but can't open locks?

  • A: A piano!

Q: What do you call a dinosaur that is sleeping?

  • A: A dino-snore!

Q: Why did the scarecrow win an award?

  • A: Because he was out-standing in his field!

Q: What do you call a fish without eyes?

  • A: Fsh!

Q: Why do we never tell secrets on a farm?

  • A: Because the corn has ears!

Q: What is a cat’s favorite color?

  • A: Purr-ple!

Q: How do you talk to a giant?

  • A: Use big words!

Q: What has four wheels and flies?

  • A: A garbage truck!

Q: Why couldn't the leopard play hide and seek?

  • A: Because he was always spotted!

Q: What musical instrument is found in the bathroom?

  • A: A tuba toothpaste!

Q: Why did the computer go to the doctor?

  • A: It had a virus!

Q: What animal needs to wear a wig?

  • A: A bald eagle!

Q: What kind of tree fits in your hand?

  • A: A palm tree!


Math Jokes for First Grade

Q: Why was six afraid of seven?

  • A: Because seven eight (ate) nine!

Q: Why did the student eat his math homework?

  • A: Because the teacher said it was a piece of cake!

Q: What do you call a number that can’t stay in one place?

  • A: A roamin’ numeral!

Q: What’s a math teacher’s favorite dessert?

  • A: Pi!

Q: What do you call a classmate who loves math?

  • A: A “math-mate”!

Q: Why did the boy bring a ladder to math class?

  • A: He wanted to go to high school!

Q: What did the calculator say to the math student?

  • A: You can count on me!


Dad Jokes for First Grade

Q: Why did the pencil cross the road?

  • A: It wanted to draw some attention! ✏️

Q: What’s a pirate’s favorite letter?

  • A: You might think it’s “R,” but it’s the C!

Q: Why don’t fish play basketball?

  • A: They’re afraid of the net!

Q: What do you call a snowman in the summer?

  • A: A puddle!

Q: How do bees get to school?

  • A: On the buzz! 🐝

Q: What do clouds wear under their clothes?

  • A: Thunderwear!

Q: What did the sandwich say to the doorknob?

  • A: Lettuce in!

Q: How does a tree feel in the spring?

  • A: Re-leafed!

Q: Why can’t you give Elsa a balloon?

  • A: Because she’ll just let it go! 🎈


Halloween Jokes for First Grade Kids

Q: How do you fix a broken pumpkin?

  • A: With a pumpkin patch!

Q: What kind of pants do ghosts wear?

  • A: Boo-jeans!

Q: How do ghosts wash their hair?

  • A: With sham-boo!

Q: What’s a monster’s favorite dessert?

  • A: I-scream!


Keep these funny first grade jokes handy for a quick smile, and don't hesitate to encourage your 1st graders to come up with their own funny questions and answers—it's a wonderful way to spark creativity and joy in everyday moments. Thanks for sharing in the laughter!


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