Lion Jokes for Kids

Read these lion jokes with a friend, your family or your class. Pause after each question and see who can guess the playful answer.
Jokes to read aloud
What does a lion do on a boat?
Use his Roar
Why did the lion lose at chess?
It was playing with a cheetah.
What do you call a lion wearing a stylish hat?
A dandy lion
What's the difference between a tiger and a lion ?
A tiger has the mane part missing
Where does a lion sleep?
Anywhere he wants to!
Why do lions always eat raw meat?
Because they don't know how to cook.
Why did the lion choose a colourful school bag?
It wanted to take pride in its appearance.
What is a lions favorite state?
Maine
What street do lions live on?
Mane St.
What animals do you need to make a square?
4 Lions.
What do you call a lion’s reflection?
A copycat
How do lions like to pass the time?
By lion around.
What's the difference between a tiger and a lion?
A tiger always tells the truth. The other one's a lion.
Why did the lion win the spelling contest?
It knew a clawful lot of words.
How did the tiger do his first day as a lion impersonator?
He was a roaring success.
Why couldn't the tired tiger get to sleep?
He had nothing to lion.
Try the wordplay
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