Elephant cartoon

These gentle elephant jokes have big ears, long trunks and jumbo punchlines. Read a question aloud and give someone a moment to guess.

Jokes to read aloud

Why did the elephant bring an extra suitcase?
It couldn't fit everything in its trunk.

What do you call an elephant who paints?
An ele-artist.

Why did the elephant wear big trainers?
It had big steps to take.

What do elephants use to call their friends?
Ele-phones.

Why did the elephant enjoy the school play?
It had a trunk full of costumes.

What did the elephant say to the tiny umbrella?
I think we need a bigger plan.

Why did the elephant bring a notebook to the zoo?
It wanted to write a jumbo story.

What is an elephant's favourite kind of story?
A long tale.

How do four elephants fit into a little car?
Two in the front and two in the back.

Why did the elephant make a good librarian?
It never forgot where the books belonged.

What did the elephant bring to the picnic?
A trunk full of sandwiches.

Why did the elephant take a bow after the concert?
It had just played a jumbo solo.

Try the wordplay

Pick a favourite joke. Which word makes the answer surprising? Say the word slowly and explain the joke to a partner.

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