80 Summer Jokes for Kids to Bring Laughter in the Heat

Summer Jokes on Animals & Birds

Summer is the season when animals and birds soak up the sun—or hide from it! These jokes are perfect for animal lovers who enjoy a little seasonal silliness.

1. Where do the sheep go for vacation?

They go to the baa-hamas!

2. Why can’t we accuse a dolphin of doing anything wrong?

Because a dolphin never does it on porpoise. 

3. What’s a crab’s favorite summer snack?

Sandwiches!

4. What is the favorite summertime treat of a frog?

Hopsciles!

5. Why did the chicken sit in the shade?

It didn’t want to be eggs-tra crispy!

6. What’s a mosquito’s favorite summer drink?

Blood-oranges!

7. Why did the owl refuse to sunbathe?

It was too wise to get burned!

8. What to call a dog who goes to the beach on a hot summer day?

A hot dog!

9. What did the pig call himself on a hot summer day?

I’m bacon!

10. What are the seagulls who live near the bay called?

Bagels

11. Why doesn’t an elephant ever buy a suitcase when going for his summer holidays?

Because the elephant already has a trunk. 

12. What type of music do killer whales like?

They love the orca-stra. 

13. What is grey in color, has four legs and a trunk, but is not an elephant?

A mouse on its summer vacation!

14. Which part of a fish weighs the most?

It’s scales!

15. Why are the fish never good at playing tennis?

Because they are afraid to get close to the net. 

Summer Jokes About the Beach & Ocean

Nothing says summer like sand, waves, and dad jokes! Dive into these beachy one-liners for a splash of humor.

1. What did the ocean say to the shore?

“Nothing—it just waved!”

2. What does your mom tell you when you want to swim in the sea when it’s high tide?

Let’s wait and sea. 

3. What does a mermaid use to make a call to her friends?

A shell phone!

4. Why don’t oysters share their sunscreen?

They’re shell-fish!

5. What do you call a snowman at the beach?

A puddle!

6. Why did the lifeguard kick the elephants out?

They couldn’t keep their trunks up!

7. What’s a pirate’s favorite summer activity?

Sun-barrrging!

8. How do you know the ocean is friendly?

It waves at everyone!

9. Why did the jellyfish break up with the octopus?

It needed space (and less tentacle drama)!

10. What did one tide pool say to the other?

“You’re looking a little shallow today!”

Summer Jokes on Nature

From sunshine to thunderstorms, nature’s summer antics are ripe for jokes. Leaf through these puns for a good laugh!

1. What is a snowman called in summers?

A puddle!

2. What’s the sun’s favorite drink?

Light beer!

3. Why did the flower break up with the grass?

It needed room to bloom!

4. How do clouds stay cool in summer?

They chill on the breeze!

5. What did the mountain say during the heatwave?

“I’m peak-ing!”

6. What type of tree will fit in your hand?

A palm tree!

7. What’s a thunderstorm’s favorite snack?

Lightning bolts (shockolate-covered)!

8. Why did the river win the race?

It had current speed!

9. What do you call a lazy sunbeam?

A lightweight!

10. Why did the leaf get a job?

To branch out!

Summer Jokes About Foods

Summer treats taste even better with a side of laughter! These food jokes are fresh, funny, and perfect for kids.

1. Why did the lemon refuse to fight?

It didn’t want the lime-light!

2. What is the favorite sandwich of the shark?

Peanut butter with jellyfish!

3. Why did the newspaper reporter talk to the ice cream?

He was looking for a cool scoop. 

4. What did the baby corn ask its mama corn?

Where is pop-corn?

5. Why did the tomato turn red at the barbecue?

It saw the salad dressing!

6. What’s a popsicle’s favorite dance?

The freeze frame!

7. Why did the banana go to the beach?

To catch some a-peel!

8. What did the hot dog say at the cookout?

“I’m on a roll!”

9. Why did the cookie bring sunscreen?

It didn’t want to crumble in the heat!

10. What’s a potato’s favorite summer drink?

Spud-light lemonade!

11. Why don’t pineapples ever get lonely?

Because they’re always in good company!

12. What did the grape say on the roller coaster?

“I’m raisin my hands!”

13. What type of candy are available at the airport?

Plane chocolate!

14. Why does a banana use sunscreen?

Because it doesn’t want to peel!

15. Why did the corn on the cob get a medal?

For being ear-resistible!

Summer Jokes About Summer Vacation

Vacation vibes call for extra giggles! These jokes are packed with sunny, travel-themed fun.

1. Why did the sunscreen win the race?

It had SPF-eed!

2. What’s a tourist’s favorite exercise?

Luggage lifts!

3. What did the student tell the teacher when she told him he’d missed summer school?

No, ma’am. I didn’t miss school at all. 

4. What’s a suitcase’s favorite game?

Pack-man!

5. Why do the robots go for summer vacations?

They go to recharge their batteries. 

6. What did the beach say to the tourist?

“Long time, no sea!”

7. Why did the airplane bring a suitcase?

For high-altitude fashion!

8. What’s the sun’s favorite vacation spot?

Shine-couver!

9. Why did the sandals get promoted?

They had flip-flop leadership skills!

10. Where does your math teacher like to go on his vacation?

Times Square

Summer Camp Jokes for Kids

Campfire fun just got funnier! These jokes are perfect for little campers.

1. Why did the flashlight fail camp?

It couldn’t handle the bright lights!

2. What’s a mosquito’s favorite camp song?

“Bite the Moon”!

3. Why did the sleeping bag break up with the tent?

It needed air!

4. What do you call a ghost at summer camp?

A spook-tacular camper!

5. Why did the marshmallow bring a friend to the fire?

For extra toasty support!

6. What’s a tree’s favorite camp activity?

Wood-working!

7. Why did the canoe bring a map?

To avoid stream-ing mistakes!

8. What did the campfire say to the log?

“You’re blaze-ing amazing!”

9. Why don’t ants ever get lost at camp?

They follow the trail mix!

10. What’s a fish’s least favorite camp game?

Hide and seek-water!

Knock Knock Summer Jokes for Kids

Classic knock-knock jokes with a sunny twist!

1. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Summer.
Summer who?
Summer-body’s knocking—let’s hit the pool!

2. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Ice cream.
Ice cream who?
Ice cream every time the sun’s out!

3. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Beach.
Beach who?
Beach you to the water—it’s hot!

4. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Lettuce.
Lettuce who?
Lettuce in—we’re melting out here!

5. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Dew.
Dew who?
Dew you wanna build a sandcastle?

6. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Tank.
Tank who?
Tank tops are perfect for summer!

7. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Hatch.
Hatch who?
Hatch a plan to go swimming!

8. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Luke.
Luke who?
Luke outside—it’s a heatwave!

9. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Canoe.
Canoe who?
Canoe come out and play?

10. Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Alpaca.
Alpaca who?
Alpaca the sunscreen—we’re going to the beach!

FAQs

1. How can summer jokes help kids’ learning?

Summer jokes boost vocabulary, creativity, and comprehension through wordplay. They also encourage reading aloud and social interaction, making them a fun, educational tool.

2. What’s the best way to deliver jokes to kids?

Timing matters! Use jokes during transitions (car rides, waiting in line) or as icebreakers. Pair them with visuals (emoji reactions, props) for extra engagement.

These were some hilarious jokes about summer for kids. Use these hilarious summer jokes to have fun with your kids and see them laughing as they try to understand them. 

Also Read:

Sports Jokes for Kids
Spring Jokes for Children
Animal Jokes for Kids
Food Jokes for Kids to Make Them Laugh

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