100 Funny Back to School Jokes for Kids

Going back to school might feel like no laughing matter, but laughter is the best medicine and we have just the right antidote to chase away those back to school jitters! With some premeditated giggles and these best back to school jokes for kids, your kids can start the new term on a lighter note! Scroll down for 100 funny school jokes for kids, organized by category so you can find the perfect one fast.

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Top 100 Back to School Jokes for Kids

Let’s kick off the list with a few corny fun back to school jokes…

Back-to-School Jokes

Why did the backpack start a new podcast? It had a lot to unpack.
Why must you bring a ladder to school? Because I heard grades were going up.
Why did the school bell get promoted? Because it had perfect timing.
Why did the school bus become a motivational coach? Because it kept everyone moving forward.
Why do backpacks work out? They carry a lot of weight.
Why did the paper airplane love school? It was aiming high.
I wanted to skip homework, but my conscience kept giving me extra credit.
Back-to-school season is like a fresh notebook… full of possibilities and terrible doodles.
Why are backpacks considered loyal? They always have your back.
Why did the backpack smile on Monday? It was ready for a fresh start.
Why did the globe ace geography? It knows the world inside out.
Why is the school bell so popular? Everyone listens when it rings.

While you are getting ready for the big day, our friends at Mom after Baby have rounded up their favorite backpacks for kindergarteners too.

Teacher Jokes

Why did the teacher love gardening? She enjoyed watching students bloom.
Why did the teacher’s coffee get an A? It was well-grounded.
Why did the art teacher become emotional? She was deeply touched.
Why do teachers love pencils? They always get the point.
Why did the science teacher smile? Everything was reacting positively.
Why do teachers enjoy whiteboards? Every day is a clean slate.
Why did the teacher bring sunglasses? Her class was full of bright students.
Why was the music teacher so calm? She knew how to keep everyone in tune.
Why did the history teacher tell old jokes? They never get outdated.
Why did the principal carry a broom? To sweep up bad behavior.

Lunchbox Jokes

My lunchbox says I’m snack-tacular.
Why did the sandwich go to school? To become a smart cookie.
Why was the banana so popular at lunch? It appealed to everyone.
Why did the apple sit with the carrots? They made a healthy bunch.
Why was the yogurt so confident? It cultured itself.
Why does Mom always pack hard-boiled eggs for lunch? Because they are egg-cellent.
Why did the crackers laugh? They thought the cheese was extra funny.
Why did the lunch menu become famous? It had good taste.
Why did the cookie study hard? It didn’t want to crumble under pressure.
Why did the orange make friends easily? It was very appealing.
Why was the cheese always smiling? Life was gouda.
Why did the squeeze box feel important? It had a squeeze schedule.

Stationery Jokes

Why are erasers so humble? They know everyone makes mistakes.
Why do rulers never argue? They know where to draw the line.
Why did the marker get detention? It crossed the line.
Why do glue sticks avoid gossip? They prefer to stick to the facts.
Why did the stapler become a teacher? It liked keeping things together.
Why did the scissors get promoted? They made the cut.
Why does the glue stick go to therapy? It had attachment issues.
Why do highlighters make bad spies? They stand out too much.
Why did the ruler quit school? Because it felt constantly measured.
Why are paperclips everyone’s hero? They hold things together.
Why was the whiteboard confident? It had everything covered.
Why do pencils make great friends? They always draw people together.
What do you call a stationery convention? Pencil-mania.
Why did the ruler get promoted? It exceeded expectations.
Why did the pen break up with the pencil? There was no point anymore!
My handwriting is pen-ominal today.
Why did the crayon win the race? It colored outside the lines.
Why did the ruler’s favorite sport become long jump? It loved going the distance.

Middle School Jokes

Why did the homework file a complaint? It was under too much pressure.
Why did the locker start meditating? It needed inner peace.
Why did the notebook join social media? It wanted more followers.
Why are lockers terrible secret agents? They crack under pressure.
Why did the backpack need therapy? It carried too much baggage.
Which movie is the stapler’s favorite movie? “Measure Impossible”.
Why did the map ace every test? It knew where it was going.
Why did the paper win an award? It had outstanding margins.
Why did the binder become a librarian? It loved keeping stories together.
Why did the eraser join a band? To wipe out the competition.
Why do books make great friends? They always have another chapter.
Why did the sneakers love school? They got a kick out of it.
Why did the science book need a nap? Too many reactions.
That joke was so bad – it was pen-ful.
My pen obsession is totally un-ink-spected!
I am feeling write at home with my new favorite pen.
Ink-credible things happen when you write your story!
What is a pen’s worst nightmare? Running dry.
Why are textbooks considered brave? They always face the next chapter.
Why did the student sit close to the window? It improved his outlook.
Why did the backpack get stronger every semester? It carried more experience.

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Homework and Study Jokes

Why do parents make fantastic detectives? They can always detect missing homework.
Homework is the one thing parents get assigned without being enrolled.
What is a parent’s favorite subject? Recess.
Why do parents read school emails twice? Once to get information and once for translation.
Why do parents enjoy spelling tests? They finally get to use autocorrect out loud.

School Drop-Off Jokes

Why did Dad become a racecar driver? He had years of experience getting kids to school on time.
What is the fastest vehicle on earth? A parent running late on a school morning.
School mornings – powered by coffee and missing shoes.

Parent-Teacher Jokes

Why do parents suddenly become historians? They start telling stories about “when I was in school.”
Parent-teacher meetings are like report cards for grown-ups.
Why did the mom bring a Sumo wrestler to the parent-teacher meeting? To tip the scales in her favor.
Why do parents and teachers make a great team? They both know where the missing homework probably is.
Why did Dad sit up straight at the conference? Old habits die hard.
Why are parent-teacher conferences so educational? Everyone learns something.
Why did Mom leave the meeting happy? No surprise projects!
What is a parent’s favorite report card comment? “Pleasure to have in class.”
Why did Dad ask for recess during the meeting? It seemed only fair.
Why do parents smile nervously at meetings? Flashbacks.

Bonus Puns

What kind of room doesn’t have windows or doors? A mushroom.
What do you get when you cross a dinosaur with a pig? Jurassic pork.
New year, new supplies, same handwriting.
What do you call a donkey with three legs? A wonkie.
What do lions eat? Roarrr meat.
What cheese do you use to hide a horse? Maskapony.
Where do cows go on a Friday night? The mooovies.
What type of bug is in the FBI? A spy-der.
Staying sharp is kind of my pencil-ality.
Why are teddy bears never hungry? Because they are always stuffed.

Why Do Jokes Matter?

Sharing funny school jokes for children is an excellent way to foster connection amongst family members and to build confidence in your children to face the new school year.

One of the things my Gran always used to say was: “Laugh and the world laughs with you, cry and you cry alone.” For some reason, even though it was a strange saying, it stuck with me. In some instances, it was true.

The best moments for me as a parent are sharing jokes with my children, especially funny school jokes for children, because it’s something they can absolutely relate to. You can make going back to school fun for your child by adding a bit of humor during those stressful and challenging times. If your kids love these, check out these 100 jokes for kids from our friends at Crafting With Kids for more giggles!

Just keep in mind that not all jokes are suitable for school-going kids. These school jokes for kids are all school-safe and kid-approved, designed to make the school-going experience a little easier and more lighthearted.

If you are also thinking about how to build patience and resilience alongside the laughs, our friends at Mother U have a lovely piece on how to teach your children patience that pairs really well with the spirit of a new school year.

And if you have little ones heading to preschool, pair these jokes with some first day of school songs for preschool to make drop-off a celebration!

FAQS

How can I increase my child’s confidence at school?

Jokes can be a great way to help kids feel more confident! Have them practice saying them so that they can deliver and let the laughter happen.

Can adults tell these jokes?

Absolutely! These are geared more towards children, but adults can tell them, too!