Thanksgiving isn’t just about turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie — it’s about family, gratitude, and a whole lot of giggles! Whether you’re sitting at the kids’ table or helping set the grown-up one, these silly Thanksgiving jokes for kids are perfect for family fun and classroom laughs.
Get ready for the ultimate list of 101 Thanksgiving jokes for kids — corny, cute, and guaranteed to make even the grumpiest turkey crack a smile.
🦃 Funny Turkey Jokes for Kids
- Why did the turkey join the band? Because it had the drumsticks!
- What sound does a turkey’s phone make? Wing, wing!
- Why did the turkey sit on the tom-tom? To play his own beat!
- What kind of weather do turkeys like? Fowl weather!
- Why did the turkey refuse dessert? He was already stuffed.
- Why did the turkey cross the road twice? To prove he wasn’t chicken!
- What key won’t open any door? A tur-key!
- What do you call a turkey on the day after Thanksgiving? Lucky!
- Why did the turkey go to the computer? To look up “fowl play.”
- What did the turkey say to the hunter on Thanksgiving? “Quack, quack!”
🥧 Thanksgiving Food Jokes
- What’s the best dance to do on Thanksgiving? The mashed potato!
- Why did the cranberries turn red? Because they saw the turkey dressing!
- What did the sweet potato say to the pumpkin? “I yam what I yam.”
- What kind of music did the pilgrims listen to? Plymouth Rock!
- What’s a turkey’s favorite dessert? Peach gobbler!
- What’s a scarecrow’s favorite part of Thanksgiving dinner? The stuffing!
- Why did the gravy break up with the mashed potatoes? Things got too saucy.
- Why was the Thanksgiving soup so expensive? It had 24 carrots.
- What do you call it when you drop your turkey dinner? A fowl mess!
- What did the pumpkin pie say after dinner? “Cut it out!”
🍂 Pilgrim & Thanksgiving Day Jokes
- Why did the pilgrims’ pants keep falling down? They wore their buckles on their hats!
- Why did the pilgrim bring a ladder to dinner? To reach the high chair!
- What did the pilgrim say after eating too much? “I’m plim-full.”
- What kind of face does a pilgrim make when he’s in pain? Pil-grimace!
- What did the pilgrim use to bake his bread? May-flour.
- What game did the pilgrims play at Thanksgiving? Squash!
- What kind of cars did the pilgrims drive? Plymouths!
- What did the pilgrims use to fix their clothes? A pumpkin patch!
- How did the pilgrims bring their cows to America? On the MOOflower.
- What did the pilgrims say to the corn? “We’re all ears!”
😂 Family Table Jokes
- Why did mom get extra chairs for dinner? In case the stuffing made anyone pop!
- Why did dad sit next to the cranberry sauce? He wanted to relish the moment.
- Why was the math book sad on Thanksgiving? It had too many problems to solve.
- Why was the broom late for dinner? It swept in at the last minute!
- Why do kids love Thanksgiving? There’s no homework and lots of pie.
- What kind of socks do you wear on Thanksgiving? Turkey socks — they’re fowl-proof!
- What’s grandma’s favorite exercise? Gravy lifts.
- Why don’t turkeys ever get full? They always gobble their food!
- What do you get when you cross a turkey with a ghost? A poultry-geist.
- What do you say to a turkey before dinner? “Good cluck!”
🧡 Cute Thanksgiving Puns
- Let’s give ’em pumpkin to talk about.
- Gobble ’til you wobble!
- Feast mode: activated.
- Stop, drop, and roll (your way to the dessert table).
- Pie love you more than turkey.
- Don’t go bacon my heart.
- It’s the gravy train, baby!
- Eat, drink, and cranberry!
- You’re the apple pie of my eye.
- Let’s get basted.
🦃 More Turkey Giggles (Because Why Stop?)
- What do you call a running turkey? Fast food.
- What did one turkey say to the other before Thanksgiving? “I’m not getting roasted this year!”
- What’s a turkey’s least favorite holiday? Thanksgiving.
- What do you get when you cross a turkey with a centipede? Drumsticks for everyone!
- What did the turkey say after the Thanksgiving dinner? “I’m stuffed!”
- Why did the turkey get detention? Fowl language.
- What’s a turkey’s favorite instrument? The drumstick!
- What’s a turkey’s favorite movie? The Hunger Games.
- How did the turkey end up in jail? Fowl play.
- What kind of math do turkeys love? Fowl fractions.
🎃 Pumpkin & Fall Jokes
- Why was the jack-o-lantern so smart? Because it had a lot of candle-power!
- What did the pumpkin say to the pie crust? “You complete me.”
- What’s a pumpkin’s favorite sport? Squash.
- What do you get when you drop a pumpkin? Squash!
- What’s orange and goes up and down? A pumpkin in an elevator.
- Why do pumpkins sit on porches? They have no hands to knock.
- What do pumpkins wear to look fancy? A gourd-geous outfit.
- What did one leaf say to another? “I’m falling for you.”
- Why did the pumpkin go to school? To become a smarty-pie.
- What do you call an overstuffed pumpkin? A gourd-geous mess.
💛 Bonus Thanksgiving Riddles for Kids
- What’s always inside a turkey, no matter what? The letter “U.”
- What’s brown, warm, and smells delicious on Thanksgiving? The family kitchen!
- What do you get if you divide the circumference of a pumpkin by its diameter? Pumpkin Pi.
- What happened when the turkey got into a fight? He got the stuffing knocked out of him!
- What did the farmer say to the turkey on Thanksgiving morning? “You’re plucked for success!”
- Why don’t turkeys ever win at poker? They always get caught stuffing.
- What do you call a turkey on the moon? A lunar-tick!
- Why did the turkey bring a pillow to dinner? He wanted a nap after the feast.
- What’s a turkey’s favorite subject in school? Egg-onomics.
- What kind of photos do turkeys take? Wing-shots!
- Why was the pumpkin pie always calm? It had filling peace.
- What did the fork say to the mashed potatoes? “You’re smashing!”
- Why was the salad embarrassed? It saw the turkey dressing!
- Why did the cranberry sauce get invited to the party? It was the life of the dish!
- What’s a pilgrim’s least favorite type of music? Rap!
- Why did the turkey wear a disguise? So it wouldn’t get roasted.
- What did the tablecloth say to the dishes? “Stop piling on!”
- Why did the pumpkin sit in time-out? It lost its temper.
- What’s a turkey’s favorite TV show? The Walking Bread.
- Why did the corn refuse to play cards? It was afraid of getting shucked.
- Why did everyone laugh at the gravy? It was a little saucy.
- What do you call Thanksgiving at the beach? Sandy-giving!
- Why was the computer cold on Thanksgiving? It left its Windows open.
- What do you call a stuffed animal that loves Thanksgiving? A plush-key!
- Why did the kid eat dessert first? To save room for seconds!
- Why did the turkey write a song? To make a hit single!
- Why did the pie go to therapy? It felt crumby.
- Why do we eat so much on Thanksgiving? Because it’s the feast we can do.
- What’s a turkey’s favorite game? Beak-a-boo!
- Why did the leftovers go to school? They wanted to get a little b-smarter.
- What did the wishbone say to the other? “Let’s break it to them gently.”
Bonus Thanksgiving Riddles for Kids
Need a few brain-ticklers to go with the giggles? Try these Thanksgiving riddles for kids — they’re short, silly, and perfect for keeping everyone entertained before dinner is ready.
- What has feathers but can’t fly, and is served at every Thanksgiving? A turkey!
- I’m round, orange, and full of pie potential — what am I? A pumpkin!
- The more you take from me, the bigger I get. What am I? A hole in the mashed potatoes!
- I’m full of stuffing but can’t eat a thing. What am I? A turkey!
- What smells the best at a Thanksgiving dinner? Your nose!
- What’s the most musical part of a turkey? The drumsticks.
- What runs around a farm but never moves? A fence.
- I’m green, small, and roll off your plate — what am I? A runaway pea!
- What kind of cup can’t hold water? A cupcake!
- When does Christmas come before Thanksgiving? In the dictionary.
🌟 Why Riddles Are Good for Kids
Riddles are more than just a way to pass time before the turkey’s ready — they actually boost brain development in children. Here’s why they’re great:
- Encourages critical thinking: Kids learn to connect clues and think outside the box.
- Builds vocabulary: Fun wordplay helps them understand language better.
- Improves memory: Solving and retelling riddles trains short-term memory and recall.
- Develops social skills: Riddles spark laughter and teamwork, especially in classrooms or family gatherings.
- Builds confidence: There’s nothing better than that proud little grin after a kid solves one.
So, go ahead — mix in a few riddles between jokes and you’ll have a table full of smart, smiling, turkey-loving comedians.
🧠 Bonus Classroom Game: “Thanksgiving Giggle Hunt”
Turn laughter into a game with this fun Thanksgiving classroom activity! It’s easy, quick, and perfect for teachers or parents.
How to Play:
- Print or write down your favorite Thanksgiving jokes from this list — at least 10–15.
- Cut them out and hide them around the classroom or house.
- Give each child a Giggle Sheet to record the numbers of jokes they find.
- Each time they find one, they must read it aloud before writing it down.
- The first to find them all wins a prize — maybe a sticker, a paper turkey badge, or the title of Chief Gobbler!
Variations:
- Split kids into teams for a relay-style game.
- Mix in a few riddles for bonus points.
- For little ones, match jokes to pictures (turkey, pie, pumpkin).
It’s easy to organize, hilarious to play, and doubles as a reading and confidence booster.
Wrap-Up: The Sweetest Part of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving isn’t just a day — it’s a feeling, and laughter is the secret ingredient that makes it even better. Share these Thanksgiving jokes for kids on Pinterest, print them for your classroom, or tell them at the dinner table to spread smiles all around.
Happy Thanksgiving, and may your turkey be juicy, your pies be perfect, and your laughter be endless!
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