Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids: 100+ Funny Thanksgiving Jokes, Puns, and Riddles (Free Printable)
It’s almost that time of year when we give thanks, sit down for scrumptious Thanksgiving meals, and enjoy family activities. Are you feeling festive yet? Our Thanksgiving jokes for kids are a must-have for teachers to share in the classroom or families to share a bit of humor at the dinner table. Get the kids giggling with these funny, silly, and totally kid-friendly Thanksgiving jokes, puns, knock knocks, and riddles, because every feast needs a side of laughter! Print them out, tuck one under each plate, and let everyone take a turn.
Table of Contents
Funny Turkey Jokes for Kids
Thanksgiving just wouldn’t be the same without some giggle-worthy turkey jokes for kids. If your family can’t get enough, gobble up our turkey puns and turkey jokes too.
Why did the turkey cross the road?
Because he wanted to prove he wasn’t chicken!
What do you call turkeys that look exactly the same?
Gobble-gängers!
What happens when a turkey gets invited to Thanksgiving dinner?
He starts looking for the nearest exit!
Why did the turkey become a drummer?
Because he already had the drumsticks!
Why did the turkey tell the mashed potatoes a secret?
Because he knew they wouldn’t spill the gravy!
What do you call a turkey the day after Thanksgiving?
Lucky!
Why did the turkey get sent to the naughty corner?
For using fowl language!
Why did the turkey become a comedian?
He always got a big gobble of laughs!
What did the turkey say when someone asked, “Are you ready for Thanksgiving?”
“Define ready.”
Why did the turkey bring a map to Thanksgiving?
He needed an escape route!
What did the turkey say after escaping the kitchen?
“That was a close roast!”
What do you call a running turkey?
Fast food!
Which side of the turkey has the most feathers?
The outside!
What did the turkey say before it was roasted?
“Boy, I’m stuffed!”
Why did the police arrest the turkey?
They suspected fowl play.
Why don’t you put the turkey near the corn?
Because it will gobble, gobble, gobble it up.
What sound does a turkey’s phone make?
Wing! Wing!
Why do turkeys always go “gobble, gobble”?
Because they never learned good table manners.
What’s a turkey’s favorite dessert?
Apple gobbler (or peach gobbler!).
What was the turkey thankful for on Thanksgiving?
Vegetarians.
What sound does a turkey make in space?
Hubble, Hubble.
If leaves come from trees, where do turkeys come from?
Poultries.
What’s the best way to stuff a turkey?
Serve it pizza and ice cream.
Did you hear about the turkey fight?
He got the stuffing knocked out of him.
What did the turkey say to the computer?
“Google, google, google!”
What was the turkey looking for at the toy store?
Gobbleheads.
Why do turkeys love rainy days?
They love fowl weather.
What’s a turkey’s favorite Thanksgiving food?
Nothing. It’s already stuffed!
What did the turkey say to the turkey hunter?
“Quack, quack, quack.”
How do you make a turkey float?
Root beer, a scoop of ice cream, and a turkey.
What sound does a limping turkey make?
“Wobble, wobble!”
What do you get if you cross a turkey with a ghost?
A poultry-geist!
What has feathers and webbed feet?
A turkey wearing scuba gear.
What’s the best song to play while cooking a turkey?
“All About That Baste.”
What did the turkey say to his real estate agent?
“Turn-key only.”
What’s a turkey’s favorite month?
Any month except November!
What do you get when you cross a turkey with an octopus?
Drumsticks for everyone!
How does a turkey travel?
By gravy train.
Why else did the turkey cross the road?
It was the chicken’s day off.
What did the mother turkey say to her misbehaving children?
“If your father could see you now, he’d turn over in his gravy!”
What did the little turkey say to the big turkey?
“Peck on someone your own size!”
What do turkeys like to do on sunny days?
Have peck-nics!
Pilgrim and Mayflower Jokes for Kids
These jokes about the Pilgrims and the Mayflower are a fun way to sneak a little history into the laughs.
What did the Pilgrims say when they finally harvested their corn?
“A-maize-ing!”
Why did the Pilgrims stand up at the very first Thanksgiving feast?
Because the chairs hadn’t sailed over yet!
Why did the Pilgrim cross the road?
To get away from the turkey that kept screaming, “Eat the corn instead!”
Why was the first Thanksgiving dinner so memorable?
Because it was a history-making feast!
What did the Mayflower say after crossing the Atlantic?
“That was quite a trip. I’m feeling a little ship-shape!”
Why did the Mayflower need a break?
It was tide of traveling!
What do you call a Pilgrim who loves hats?
The cap-tain of fashion!
Why did the history book love Thanksgiving?
It finally got to tell a feast-worthy story!
What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to?
Plymouth Rock!
Why didn’t the Pilgrims tell secrets in the cornfield?
Because the corn had ears.
If April showers bring May flowers, what do Mayflowers bring?
Pilgrims!
Why did the Pilgrims have trouble keeping their pants up?
Because their belt buckles were on their hats!
What do you call a Pilgrim’s vocabulary?
Pilgrammar.
What do you get when you cross a Pilgrim with a cracker?
A Pilgraham.
Thanksgiving Food Jokes
From cranberries to pumpkin pie, the Thanksgiving table is full of punny possibilities. For more harvest-themed laughs, try our pumpkin jokes and corn puns.
Why did the mashed potatoes get a promotion?
Because they were great at smoothing things over!
Why did the cranberry turn red?
Because it saw the turkey dressing!
What is a cranberry’s favorite type of music?
Anything with a good jam!
What did the pumpkin pie say to the pecan pie?
“You’re completely nuts!”
Why did the slice of pie go to the dentist?
Because it needed a filling!
What did the green bean casserole say to the turkey?
“Stop hogging the spotlight. I’m the real star of this table!”
Why did the dinner roll look so sad?
It felt completely crummy.
Why was the cook late to Thanksgiving dinner?
He lost track of thyme.
What happens when you’re too harsh on the cranberries?
They turn into blueberries.
How did the salt and pepper welcome their guests?
“Seasoning’s greetings!”
What’s a pumpkin’s favorite game?
Squash.
What vegetable was hiding in the basement on Thanksgiving?
Cellar-y.
What do you get if you divide the circumference of a pumpkin by its diameter?
Pumpkin pi.
Who helped the squash cross the road?
The crossing gourd.
Why don’t side dishes tell jokes?
They’re too corny.
What did the sweet potato say when it was asked if it was hungry?
“Yes, I yam.”
What veggies would you like with your Thanksgiving dinner?
Beets me!
Why was the Thanksgiving soup so expensive?
It had 24 carrots.
What role do green beans play in Thanksgiving dinner?
The casse-role.
What did the hipster say the day after Thanksgiving?
“I liked the leftovers before they were cool.”
Silly Thanksgiving Jokes
These silly Thanksgiving jokes are quick, easy to remember, and perfect for younger kids.
What can you never eat for Thanksgiving dinner?
Breakfast or lunch.
What’s the best dance to do on Thanksgiving?
The turkey trot.
What should you wear to Thanksgiving dinner?
A har-vest.
What smells the best at Thanksgiving dinner?
Your nose.
What does Dracula call Thanksgiving?
Fangs-giving.
What do you call Thanksgiving if you’re selfish?
Thanks-taking.
What always comes at the end of Thanksgiving?
The letter G!
What’s Frankenstein’s favorite Thanksgiving dish?
Monster mashed potatoes and grave-y.
Thanksgiving Knock Knock Jokes for Kids
Hold on to your buckle hats, because we’ve got some seriously turkey-rific Thanksgiving knock knock jokes for kids up our sleeve. Want more? Check out our best knock knock jokes for kids.
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Gobble.
Gobble who?
Gobble, gobble, I’m hungry!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Gravy.
Gravy who?
Gravy nice day!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Plate.
Plate who?
Plate-y of food for everyone!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Cran.
Cran who?
Cran I have some pie?
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Yummy.
Yummy who?
Yummy in my tummy, it’s Thanksgiving!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Buckle.
Buckle who?
Buckle up! We’re going on a Mayflower adventure!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Sailor.
Sailor who?
Sailor later, Thanksgiving dinner is waiting!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Gladys.
Gladys who?
Gladys Thanksgiving. Aren’t you?
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Phillip.
Phillip who?
Phillip a big plate and dig in!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Arthur.
Arthur who?
Arthur any leftovers?
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Dewey.
Dewey who?
Dewey have to wait long to eat?
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Noah.
Noah who?
Noah good pumpkin pie recipe?
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Gwen.
Gwen who?
Gwen is Thanksgiving dinner? I’m hungry!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Tamara.
Tamara who?
Tamara we’ll eat all the leftovers!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Annie.
Annie who?
Annie body seen the turkey?
Thanksgiving Puns for Kids
These delectable Thanksgiving puns for kids are just perfect for dinner table sharing, place cards, or lunchbox notes.
Have a gobble-tastic Thanksgiving!
Let’s squash any Thanksgiving boredom.
Don’t be a turkey. Tell a joke!
It’s time to gobble up some fun!
I’m cran-berry happy today!
You’re sweet potato-tally awesome!
Keep calm and gobble on.
Thanksgiving Riddles for Kids
Riddle me silly! Who’s ready for our favorite Thanksgiving riddles for kids?
I have feathers but cannot fly,
On Thanksgiving, I’d rather hide nearby.
People say I’m tasty, which sounds absurd.
Who am I, this nervous bird?
Answer: A turkey!
I crossed the ocean, but I’m not a bird.
I carried people, not a single herd.
I was a ship with quite a story to tell…
What am I?
Answer: The Mayflower!
I’m brown and warm and love to pour,
Over potatoes, rolls, and maybe some more.
I make dry food happy as can be.
What am I?
Answer: Gravy!
I’m round and sweet with a crust so neat,
Add some whipped cream and I’m hard to beat.
At Thanksgiving, I’m the dessert to try.
What am I?
Answer: Pumpkin pie!
I’m covered with food from end to end,
Everyone gathers around me with friends.
Turkey and pie are what you’ll see.
What am I?
Answer: The Thanksgiving table!
I gobble and wobble and strut all day,
But when November comes, I run away!
I’m suddenly full of fear, you see,
Because dinner guests are looking for me! What am I?
Answer: A turkey (who knows what’s coming!).
I’m little and red and sometimes quite tart,
At Thanksgiving dinner, I play my part.
You might eat me with turkey, if you dare.
What am I?
Answer: A cranberry!
Thanksgiving Jokes for the Dinner Table
And now for the highlight! Looking for the perfect joke to share while the turkey is being carved? Here are a few of our favorites. Write one on each place card, or pass a bowl of folded-up jokes around the table and take turns reading them out loud.
Why is it hard to stop telling Thanksgiving jokes?
You can’t just quit cold turkey.
Can a turkey jump higher than the Empire State Building?
Of course! Buildings can’t jump.
When is the best time to eat turkey?
When someone else cooked it and it’s on the table!
On which holiday do you play the most jokes on people?
Prank-giving.
How do you keep a turkey in suspense?
I’ll tell you next week!
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I use Thanksgiving jokes at the dinner table?
Write a joke on the back of each place card, or print our free printable and cut the jokes into strips. Guests can read their joke out loud before dessert or while the turkey is being carved. It’s an easy way to get kids talking and keep little ones at the table a bit longer.
Are these Thanksgiving jokes appropriate for the classroom?
Yes! Every joke is kid-friendly, so teachers can use them for morning meetings, brain breaks, or a class Thanksgiving party. The Pilgrim and Mayflower jokes also make a lighthearted opener for a lesson about the history of Thanksgiving.
What are the best Thanksgiving jokes for younger kids?
Younger kids usually love the knock knock jokes and short turkey jokes, like “What do you call a running turkey? Fast food!” Silly sound jokes, such as “Wobble, wobble!” or “Hubble, Hubble,” are also big hits because kids can act them out.
Can kids make up their own Thanksgiving jokes?
Absolutely. Have kids pick a Thanksgiving word, like gobble, gravy, pie, corn, or turkey, then look for a word that sounds similar. “Gravy” becomes “grave-y” or “gravy train,” and “corn” becomes “corny.” Once they find a sound-alike word, they can build a question around it.
When should I share Thanksgiving jokes?
Thanksgiving jokes work all November long, not just on Thanksgiving Day. Share one a day in lunchboxes, use them during car rides to Grandma’s house, or save the best ones for the big meal.
Happy Thanksgiving!
We hope we’ve sparked at least a few turkey-gobble chuckles with our Thanksgiving jokes for kids. Download the free printable, share your family’s favorite joke in the comments, and have a very happy Thanksgiving! When the leftovers are gone, get ready for the next holiday with our Christmas jokes for kids.
Bonus tip: Add a Thanksgiving joke to each place setting, then take turns reading them out loud during the meal.
Thank you so much for sharing. My class loves your jokes and riddles all year!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
These Thanksgiving jokes are hilarious! Can’t wait to share them with my kids during dinner. They’ll definitely keep the giggles coming! 🦃😂
Yay!