Free Printable April Fools’ Day Writing Prompts
Have fun in school on April 1st with our fun printable April Fools Day writing prompts.
These prompts will spark their creativity as they imagine hilarious pranks, funny stories, and clever tricks. Making it a delightful and engaging activity for April Fools’ Day.
These free holiday printable worksheets are a great way to start the month of April.
Included in this free download are 10 fun writing prompts.
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Printable writing prompts for April Fools’ Day
These printable writing prompts can be used with all age groups, but are aimed at elementary grades.
There are 10 fun April Fools’ writing prompts that are perfect for April 1st.
It is no joke that writing every day is hugely beneficial to students. Even if the subject is not deemed to be educational! These very silly journal prompts will give everyone a good laugh.
Make sure the kids don’t get inspired and play a trick on you!!
There are 10 writing prompts to be printed out, you can either print them all, or just the ones that you think the kids will enjoy the most.
My friend tricked me on April Fools Day and it made me feel…
I put a whoopie cushion on the principal’s chair…
The best joker I know is…
Have fun in the classroom with some funny school jokes.
Should April Fools tricks be funny or scary?
In my box of tricks, my favorite is…
My favorite disguise is…
The best April Fools’ Day ever…
My friend is scared of spiders, so I tricked them…
When I grow up I want to be a clown…
My mom says I should join the circus…
Additional April Fools Day activities
Engage in a hilarious and entertaining April Fools matching game, where kids match funny images. This game promises lots of laughter and encourages creative thinking.
For young readers, April Fools’ Day from the Black Lagoon is a fun and quirky addition to their bookshelf. This mystery follows a group of kids navigating the chaos of April Fools’ Day at school, blending humor with a bit of suspense.
Another great pick is Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew | April Fool’s Day, a lighthearted mystery where Nancy and her friends investigate a string of pranks gone wrong. With engaging illustrations and easy-to-read text, it’s perfect for early chapter book readers.
You can also explore April Fools Day worksheets from 3 Boys and a Dog, offering more themed learning activities to keep the fun going!
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Other free writing prompt printables
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Last Updated on 10 April 2025 by Clare Brown