48 of The Best Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids + Free Printable Cards
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Looking for some funny Thanksgiving jokes for kids? I’ve gathered 48 silly Thanksgiving jokes that are perfect for sharing around the dinner table, telling in the classroom, or enjoying with family and friends!
From turkey jokes and pumpkin pie puns to silly food jokes and Thanksgiving knock-knock jokes, there’s something here to make everyone laugh. Some are wonderfully corny, but that’s part of the fun!
And to make sharing them even easier, I’ve created a free printable set of Thanksgiving joke cards. Just print, cut them apart, and let the laughter begin!
Fun Ways to Use Thanksgiving Joke Cards
These printable jokes are a simple way to add a little fun to your Thanksgiving celebrations. Here are a few of my favorite ways to use them.
At the Thanksgiving dinner table: Place a joke card at each seat or put a stack in the middle of the table. Take turns reading jokes while everyone enjoys their meal.
In the classroom: Read a Thanksgiving joke each morning leading up to the holiday break. You could also use the cards for a quick brain break, morning meeting, or classroom party.
On a Thanksgiving road trip: Bring a stack of joke cards to keep kids entertained in the car.
During Thanksgiving meal prep: Let kids entertain the cooks with a few silly jokes while everyone gets ready for dinner.
For a Thanksgiving lunchbox surprise: Slip a joke into your child’s lunchbox during November.
Ready for some laughs? Here are 48 Thanksgiving jokes for kids!
Funny Turkey Jokes for Kids
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What do turkeys and teddy bears have in common? They both have stuffing.
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Why do turkeys love rainy days? They love fowl weather!
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Why was the turkey the drummer in a band? Because he had the drumsticks.
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What do you call a turkey that runs away from you? Fast food!
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Which side of the turkey has the most feathers? The outside!
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Why did the police arrest the turkey? They suspected it of fowl play!
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What’s a turkey’s favorite Thanksgiving food? Nothing! He’s already stuffed.
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What sound does a turkey’s phone make? Wing! Wing!
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Why shouldn’t you look at a turkey while it’s dressing? Because it might blush!
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What do you get when you cross a turkey and a banjo? A turkey that can pluck itself!
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What happened to the turkey who got into a fight? He got the stuffing knocked out of him!
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How did the turkey get home for Thanksgiving? He took the gravy boat.
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What is a turkey thankful for on Thanksgiving? Vegetarians!
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What key has legs but can’t open doors? A turkey!
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What do you get when you cross a turkey and a centipede? Drumsticks for everyone!
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Why did the turkey get kicked out of school? It used fowl language!
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Why did the turkey cross the road? To prove he wasn’t chicken!
Thanksgiving Food Jokes and Puns
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What do you get if you divide the circumference of a pumpkin by its diameter? Pumpkin pi!
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What smells the best at Thanksgiving dinner? Your nose!
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Why was Thanksgiving dinner so expensive? It had 24 carrots!
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Why shouldn’t you tell secrets on Thanksgiving? Because potatoes have eyes, corn has ears, and beans stalk!
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How do you fix a broken pumpkin pie? With a pumpkin patch!
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Why was the cook late to Thanksgiving dinner? He lost track of the thyme.
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What’s a turkey’s favorite dessert? Fruit gobbler!
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What do you call a sad cranberry? A blueberry!
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What’s a pumpkin’s favorite game? Squash!
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What’s the best thing to put into a pumpkin pie? Your teeth!
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What did the gravy say to the mashed potatoes? I’m so poured over you!
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Why did the corn break up with the potato? It wanted someone with butter qualities.
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How do potatoes solve problems? They mash it out.
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What’s corn’s favorite way to start the day? With a pop quiz!
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How do sweet potatoes apologize? They say, “I yam sorry!”
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Why did the pie go to the dentist? It needed a filling.
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What’s a math teacher’s favorite dessert? Pi!
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Why didn’t the blueberry pie show up for Thanksgiving? It got jammed in traffic.
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What did the potato say to its crush? I only have eyes for you!
Silly Thanksgiving Dinner Jokes
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What always comes at the end of Thanksgiving? The letter G!
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What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to? Plymouth Rock!
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If April showers bring May flowers, what do Mayflowers bring? Pilgrims!
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What did one Thanksgiving plate say to the other? You’re so full of yourself!
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What do you call someone who eats too much and falls asleep after Thanksgiving dinner? A nap-kin!
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Why did the belt lose its job after Thanksgiving dinner? It couldn’t hold it together anymore!
Thanksgiving Knock-Knock Jokes
43. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Dewey.
Dewey who?
Dewey have enough food for everyone?
44. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Arthur.
Arthur who?
Arthur any leftovers?
45. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Gladys.
Gladys who?
Gladys Thanksgiving—I’m starving!
46. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Lettuce.
Lettuce who?
Lettuce give thanks!
47. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Harry.
Harry who?
Harry up! I’m so hungry!
48. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Olive.
Olive who?
Olive all the Thanksgiving food!
Free Printable Thanksgiving Joke Cards
Want to share these jokes without having to read them from your phone?
I’ve put the Thanksgiving jokes into a set of free printable joke cards! They’re easy to cut apart and use for classroom celebrations, Thanksgiving dinner, or family game night.
Print them on cardstock for sturdier cards, or use regular printer paper if you prefer.
You can put a few cards at each place setting, fill a small basket with jokes, or let kids take turns choosing one to read aloud.
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More Thanksgiving Games and Activities
Looking for more ways to have fun together this Thanksgiving?
If your family enjoys a little friendly competition, try my Thanksgiving Family Feud Game. It’s a fun way to get everyone laughing and guessing together!
You might also enjoy these Thanksgiving activities:
And if your kids love silly jokes all year long, don’t miss my Funny Dad Jokes for Kids!
Whether you’re gathering around the Thanksgiving table, celebrating in the classroom, or enjoying a quiet holiday at home, I hope these jokes bring plenty of smiles and laughter to your day.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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