Back to School Jokes

Back to School Jokes

Hey there, fabulous parents and awesome kids! Can you believe it's already time to trade in beach towels for backpacks and ice cream cones for lunchboxes? Yup, it's that time of year again, back to school!

While getting ready for the new school year can be exciting, we all know that a little laughter goes a long way in easing those first-day jitters. So, why not kick off the school year with a collection of side-splitting, knee-slapping back-to-school jokes that are sure to bring smiles to both kids and parents? Get ready to giggle your way into the new school year!

Funny Jokes for Kids Going Back to School

Classroom activity school jokes and riddles for kids

The Classic Classroom Crack-Ups

  1. Why did the student eat his homework? Because the teacher told him it was a piece of cake!

  2. Why did the teacher wear sunglasses to school? Because her students were so bright!

  3. What’s a math teacher’s favorite place in NYC? Times Square.

  4. Why was the geometry book sad? It had too many problems.

  5. How do you get straight A’s? By using a ruler!

Recess Riddles

  1. Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!

  2. Why did the music teacher go to jail? Because she got caught with too many notes!

  3. What’s a snake’s favorite subject? Hiss-tory.

  4. Why was the math book sad? It had too many problems.

  5. What did one pencil say to the other on the first day of school? Looking sharp!

Lunchbox Laughs

  1. Why did the cafeteria lady get promoted? She brought a lot to the table!

  2. Why did the student bring a ladder to school? To go to high school!

  3. What’s the king of the school supplies? The ruler!

  4. Why was the computer cold? It left its Windows open!

  5. What did the paper say to the pencil? Write on!

Science Shenanigans

  1. Why did the physics book look so tired? It had too much work potential.

  2. How does a scientist freshen her breath? With experi-mints!

  3. Why did the girl wear glasses during math class? Because it improves di-vision!

  4. Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!

  5. Why did the biology book look so good? It had all the right genes.

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Homework Humor

  1. Why was the math book unhappy? It had too many problems.

  2. What is a math teacher’s favorite dessert? Pi!

  3. Why was the student’s report card wet? Because it was below C level.

  4. Why did the student throw his watch out of the window? He wanted to see time fly!

  5. Why was the student’s homework always so neat? Because he used a ruler!

Library Laughs

  1. Why did the librarian get kicked off the plane? Because it was overbooked!

  2. What’s a librarian’s favorite snack? Bookworm gummies!

  3. Why are books so afraid of their sequels? Because they always expect the plot to thicken!

  4. Why did the book join the police? It wanted to go undercover!

  5. Why don’t libraries ever get lost? They always have good directions!

Teacher Teasers

  1. Why did the teacher jump into the pool? Because she wanted to test the waters!

  2. Why did the teacher write on the window? Because she wanted the lesson to be very clear!

  3. What did the English teacher say to the pencil? Write on!

  4. Why was the math book sad? It had too many problems.

  5. Why did the teacher bring a ladder to school? To reach new heights!

Techie Ticklers

  1. Why did the computer go to the doctor? Because it had a virus!

  2. Why was the computer cold? It left its Windows open!

  3. What do you get when you cross a computer and a lifeguard? A screensaver!

  4. Why did the smartphone need glasses? It lost all its contacts!

  5. Why was the cell phone wearing glasses? Because it lost its contacts!

History Hilarity

  1. Why did the teacher go to the beach? To test the water!

  2. Why did the history book look so old? It had too many dates!

  3. Why was the math book sad? It had too many problems.

  4. Why did the history book always look so worn out? It was full of dates!

  5. What did one wall say to the other wall? I’ll meet you at the corner!

Art Class Antics

  1. Why did the artist go to jail? Because he was framed!

  2. Why did the teacher draw on the window? She wanted it to be very clear!

  3. Why was the art room always messy? Because it had too many drafts!

  4. Why don’t artists ever win races? They always draw!

  5. What did the artist say to his sweetheart? I love you with all my art!

Physical Education Puns

  1. Why don’t gymnasts ever get lost? They always flip out!
  2. Why did the soccer player bring string to the game? So he could tie the score!

  3. Why did the baseball player get arrested? He stole second base!

More Funny Kids School Jokes

  • What is the king of all school supplies? The Ruler.
  • Why did the kid bring a ladder to school? Because he wanted to go to high school!
  • What is a cow's favorite subject? Moo-sic.
  • What did the pencil sharpener say to the pencil? Stop going in circles and get to the point.
  • What kind of school do surfers go to? Boarding school.
  • Why did the egg get kicked out of class? Because it was cracking up too much.
  • What is a ghost's favorite subject? Boo-ology.
  • Why did the student eat his test? He wanted to get a taste of success.
  • What is a pirate's favorite subject? Aarrrt.

          So, there you have it, a treasure trove of fun back-to-school jokes that are sure to keep your kiddos laughing all the way through the school year. Share these jokes at breakfast, write them on lunchbox notes, or use them as conversation starters on the way to school.

          Laughter is a fantastic way to break the ice, make new friends, and start the year on a positive note. Here’s to a school year filled with learning, fun, and lots of giggles!