Lion Jokes for Kids

Lion cartoon

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

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

Why did the lion bring its whole family to the awards ceremony?
It wanted to show off its pride.

What does a lion use to row a boat?
A roar.

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.

What is a lions favorite state?
Maine

What street do lions live on?
Mane St.

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.

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.

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