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40 Library Jokes for Kids That Adds Laughter to Reading

Kathrene Lauron, BECEd

Libraries, where words come alive and adventures unfold on every page, there's a delightful secret hidden among the shelves — library jokes for kids.

Imagine a place where soft laughter is heard through the aisles, and the joy of reading meets the thrill of a good giggle. Sit tight and think of nothing else as we explore the whimsical realm of library humor tailored just for the young hearts and curious minds.

Libraries are not only treasure troves of stories but also havens of humor. These library jokes are like playful bookmarks, adding a touch of merriment to the reading experience. Designed to tickle the funny bone and bring smiles to young faces, these jokes are a celebration of the magical bond between kids and the world of books.

So, whether you and your kids are budding readers or seasoned bookworms, it's time to embrace the magic of storytelling with a side of hearty laughter in the most unexpected place — the library.

Library Jokes for Kids

Embark on a laughter-filled adventure with these funny library jokes and trivias crafted exclusively for kids. From clever wisecracks to playful puns, these jokes promise to add a sprinkle of joy to any young reader's library experience, proving that humor and learning can go hand in hand in the world of books.

1. Why did the librarian get kicked off the plane?

Answer: Because it was overbooked!

2. What’s a librarian’s favorite dance?

Answer: The book shuffle!

Trivia: The shuffle or shuffling dance originated in the early 90’s of Melbourne, Australia, giving it the nickname “The Melbourne Shuffle”. This dance was then repopularized to the modern day by the American Electronic Dance Music Duo “LMFAO” through their hit single “Party Rock Anthem”, creating newer shuffling variations.

3. What do you call a dinosaur with an extensive vocabulary?

Answer: A thesaurus!

4. Where does a librarian sleep?

Answer: Between the covers!

5. What do planets like to read?

Answer: Comet (comic) books!

6. What’s a librarian’s favorite vegetable?

Answer: Quiet peas (please)!

7. Why did the magazine go to therapy?

Answer: It had too many issues!

8. What did one book say to the other?

Answer: "I just wanted to see if we're on the same page!"

9. What building has the most stories?

Answer: The library!

10. Why did Dracula go to the library?

Answer: He wanted to sink his teeth into a good book.

Trivia: “Sink your teeth into” is an idiomatic expression that means “To be completely involved in something”.

11. What did the book critic say about the story of a broken pencil?

Answer: It was pointless!

12. What’s every library’s favorite motivational quote?

Answer: Believe in your shelf!

13. How do books communicate?

Answer: They text each other!

14. How do readers invite their beloved books to a date?

Answer: “May I take you out?”

15. Why did the book go to the doctor?

Answer: It had a case of the "bookworms"!

16. How does a librarian wish someone well on their birthdays?

Answer: “May you have many many many happy returns.”

Friendly Reminder: Please don’t forget to return the books you’ve borrowed from the library, especially if they’re almost due, due today, or overdue.

17. What happened to the librarian after reading the book about colors?

Answer: It blue (blew) her away.

18. What did the snake say to the noisy kids in the library?

Answer: "Ssssssssssssss!"

19. What’s the longest word in the dictionary?

Answer: Smiles. Because there’s a mile between each “s”.

20. What do you call a sunburned librarian?

Answer: Well red (well-read).

21. What's a librarian's favorite music?

Answer: Anything that’s quiet and has no notes!

22. Why did the book break up with the movie?

Answer: It felt like it was getting too scripted!

23. Why do books never get cold in winter?

Answer: Because they have good covers!

24. What does a mummy do when it goes to the library?

Answer: It gets wrapped up in a good book.

Trivia: In Ancient Egypt, pharaohs, nobles, and government officials were usually mummified - wrapped up in cloth before buried, to honor their passing. Sometimes, even commonfolk get mummified too.

25. Why do librarians avoid driving?

Answer: Because they book flights!

26. Why does the math book in the library feel sad?

Answer: It had too many problems.

27. What do books do when winter comes?

Answer: They put on jackets!

Trivia: Aside from adding an extra layer protection over a tome, book jackets or dust jackets provide helpful and critical information while giving style with unique and elaborate designs.

28. What do librarians use as bait when fishing?

Answer: Bookworms.

29. What do you call an author of a scary book?

Answer: A ghostwriter!

30. Why didn’t the burglar break into the library?

Answer: He was afraid he’d get a long sentence!

31. Why did the lady ghost come back to the library every day?

Answer: She went through her books too quickly!

32. What do you call a librarian from South America who’s always in a hurry?

Answer: Urgent Tina(Argentina).

33. What do you call a book that's about the brain?

Answer: A mind reader.

34. What section of the library can you get bitten by a snake?

Answer: The Hissssssstory Ssssssssection!

35. What's a book's favorite exercise?

Answer: It likes to run out of pages.

36. What are you supposed to do if your pet starts to eat your book?

Answer: Take the words out of its mouth right away!

37. Why did the elephant use its trunk to bookmark her books?

Answer: So that it nose(knows) where it stopped last!

38. What did the frog say when he returned a book to the library?

Answer: Read it…read it…read it… (Ribbit…ribbit…ribbit…)

39. Why did the book of incantations fail to work?

Answer: They forgot to run a “spell” check on it.

40. Why did the librarian keep buying books?

Answer: She had no shelf-control!

Summary

The world of library jokes for kids is a delightful universe where laughter and learning intertwine. These jokes are like friendly whispers in the quiet corners of a library, adding a touch of playfulness to the serious business of reading.

So, whether you're flipping through the pages of an adventure, diving into the mysteries of a detective story, studying to understand a topic, or simply savoring the warmth of a good picture book, let laughter be your trusty guide. The magic of a well-timed joke can turn the pages of any day into a story worth remembering.

May these jokes linger in your thoughts like a favorite character from a beloved book. Happy reading, happy laughing, and may the joy of books continue to unfold in the hearts of every young reader.

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