When kids are cranky or sour, a few dad jokes can make them smile again. They say laughter is the best medicine, after all. Having some tot-friendly zingers up your sleeve can also help you bond with them and get the family laughing together. So, to keep the smiles rolling, we rounded up a list of funny kid-approved jokes you can tell your little ones (or even adults).
What does a sloth say when it interrupts? Slooooooooth.
When does a joke become a dad joke? When it’s corny, of course. Dad jokes have a unique brand of humor that’s both beloved and despised—and it all comes down to one thing: they’re cheesy. And that’s why they’re so endearing, whether we like it or not.
Laughing is just as important to your mental and physical health as exercise. But sometimes it can be hard to know which jokes will get your kids smiling. Fortunately, we’ve found some funny dad jokes for kids that are sure to be a hit.
Jay Payleitner is a father, author, marketing consultant and speaker who encourages parents to take an active role in their children’s development. His newest book, 52 Things Kids Need from Their Dads (Harvest House Publishers), explains how fathers can build strong relationships and nurture their children’s self-esteem.
He and his wife Rita have five kids and live in Illinois.
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