Silly jokes perfect for your kids’ lunchboxes
Every school day, I send along a note in my kids’ lunchboxes. I promise you that I’m far from super mom. Mostly, writing is my love language, and the notes evolved from there.
My youngest is now in fifth grade, so just like I have gotten creative with the food I send, I have also gotten more creative with the notes. It started with Wacky Wednesday, which is when I send funny jokes for the kids or something funny in their note.
Now it includes a theme note for each day (some of which I’ve shared on here before).
- Motivation Monday: an encouraging quote
- Truth Tuesday: a Bible verse
- Thankful Thursday: something I’m thankful for about them
- Fun Fact Friday: an interesting fact they probably don’t know
I use paper from the Dollar Tree and a sticker or two on each note per day, because I love stickers! I keep a folder of all the supplies in a drawer in my kitchen to make packing lunches easier.
It’s definitely time to share some of our Wacky Wednesday funny lunch box jokes for kids. Who couldn’t use a good laugh at a good joke?! Fair warning, I LOVE puns!
The benefit of lunch box notes
I do send a note every day, because it is my thing. I used to write the lunch box notes each night. Recently I’ve started writing a whole week’s worth of notes at the beginning of the weeks, and it make my life a lot easier.
You don’t, however, have to send notes in your kids’ lunch boxes every day for them to be beneficial. Even an every-so-often note can be a great way to connect with your kids and give them a small break in their day.
My daughter, who is the oldest, has always shared her notes with the others at her lunch table. In fact, it became such an ordeal that often others would read her note before she did! My son prefers to keep his notes to himself.
Whether you have older kids or younger kids, a simple lunch box note can be the perfect way to make them smile no matter how the day is going. It’s one of the simple things in life that can make a big difference!
How to set up a note system
If sending a note in your child’s lunch is something you want to make a regular habit, you’ve come to the right place. I started writing notes for my oldest in kindergarten and never stopped. She’s now in 8th grade!
You have a couple of options for notes. You can use paid or free printables of notes or write your own. I usually do a mix of both.
I most love writing personal notes for my children, so if I use a free printable lunchbox note or one I make myself, then I add in a personalized note from me as well.
The best way to set up physically for lunch box notes is by having the supplies on hand. I have a drawer in my kitchen where I keep a flat box filled with stickers, note paper and an ink pen. A folder also works.
You don’t have to have anything fancy. Most of my supplies come from the Dollar Tree.
A collection of cute jokes for kids
Jokes are a great start to writing lunch box notes. They’ll bring a smile to your kiddos’ faced at lunch time and make school lunches seem even tastier.
Plus we all know that laughter is the best medicine!
Scroll on down to find free printable lunch box jokes you can start using today!
Food jokes for kids
What is fast, loud and crunchy?
A rocket chip!
Why did the teddy bear say no to dessert?
Because she was stuffed.
What has ears but cannot hear?
A cornfield.
How does a lemon answer the phone?
Yellow?!
Why did the cookie go to the hospital?
Because he felt crummy.
What did the little corn say to the mama corn?
Where is pop corn?
Why did the banana go to the doctor?
Because it wasn’t peeling well.
Why did the girl put her cake in the freezer?
She wanted to ice it.
What is cheese that doesn’t belong to you called?
Nacho cheese!
Where do hamburgers go to dance?
The meatball.
What kind of keys do kids like to carry?
Cookies!
What kind of key opens a banana?
A mon-key!
What do you give a sick lemon?
Lemon-aid!
Space jokes for kids
How do you stop an astronaut’s baby from crying?
You rocket!
What do you think of that new diner on the moon?
Food was good, but there really wasn’t much atmosphere.
What’s the best way to throw a birthday party on Mars?
You planet.
What did Venus say while flirting with Saturn?
“Give me a ring sometime.”
Why did Mickey Mouse decide to become an astronaut?
He wanted to visit Pluto.
What kind of music do planets sing?
Neptunes!
Animal jokes for kids
Why does a seagull fly over the sea?
Because if it flew over the bay, it would be a baygull. (This one does well read out loud!)
What animal is always at a baseball game?
A bat.
What do you call two birds in love?
Tweethearts!
Why couldn’t the pony sing a lullaby?
She was a little horse.
What do you say to a rabbit on its birthday?
Hoppy Birthday.
What do you call a sleeping bull?
A bull-dozer.
Where do cows go on their first date?
To the moooooovies!
Why do fish live in salt water?
Because pepper makes them sneeze.
What do you call a bear with no teeth?
A gummy bear.
What do you get when you put three ducks in a box?
A box of quackers!
Why was the fish excited to go to school?
He heard they had bookworms.
What’s a cat’s favorite color?
Purrrr-ple!
What is a snake’s favorite subject in school?
Hisss-tory!
What bone will a dog never eat?
A trombone!
Nature jokes for kids
What is a tornado’s favorite game to play?
Twister!
What do you call a funny mountain?
Hill-arious.
What does a cloud wear under his clothes?
Thunderwear.
Why is grass so dangerous?
It’s full of blades.
What did one volcano say to the other?
I lava you!
What happens when it rains cats and dogs?
You have to been careful not to step in a poodle.
What did the ground say to the earthquake?
You crack me up!
What kind of tree fits in your hand?
A palm tree!
School jokes for kids
Why did the math book look sad?
Because he was full of problems!
Where did the music teacher leave her keys?
In the piano!
Which school supply is king of the classroom?
A ruler!
What did the piece of paper say to the pencil?
Write on!
Where do math teachers like to go for vacation?
Times Square!
Why did the dog do so well in school?
He was the teacher’s pet!
What did the buffalo say at school drop-off?
Bi-son!
More fun jokes for kids
What did the golfer wear two pairs of pants?
In case he got a hole in one!
What kind of shoes do robbers wear?
Sneakers!
What did one traffic light say to the other?
Don’t look! I’m changing!
Why didn’t the skeleton do well in school?
His heart just wasn’t in it.
What did one wall say to the other?
I’ll meet you at the corner!
Why do bicycles fall over?
Because they’re two-tired!
Fun printable lunch box jokes
Life is busy. To make yours easier, check out these fun printable lunch box jokes you can send in your kids’ lunches and give them a little laugh!
Check out these other options of Bible verse lunch box notes for children as well:
