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Get ready to knock-knock your way into laughter and fun on October 31 for National Knock Knock Joke Day! Did you know that the first recorded knock-knock joke dates back to the early 20th century? While some may consider this type of humor corny, there's no denying the joy and silliness it brings. So gather your friends and family, or even just a stranger, and start cracking those knock knock jokes. Who knows, you might just make someone's day with your clever punchline!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1929</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Recorded Knock Knock Joke</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1929, the first recorded version of a knock knock joke is included in the book "The Games of Children: Their Origin and History".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1936</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Knock Knock Jokes in Radio</div><div class='timeline-text'>Knock knock jokes were used in the radio program "The Jell-O Program Starring Jack Benny" to engage the audience with humor.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Knock, Knock! Who's There?"</div><div class='timeline-text'>A book full of knock knock jokes titled "Knock, Knock! Who's There?" was published by Bennett Cerf, showing their popularity in pop culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Knock Knock Jokes in TV Shows</div><div class='timeline-text'>Popular television shows like "The Simpsons" and "Friends" included knock knock jokes in their scripts, further cementing their place in social humor.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Knock Knock Joke Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The official National Knock Knock Joke Day was established in the United States to celebrate this traditional form of humor.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000+</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Knock Knock Jokes Online</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the advent of the Internet, knock knock jokes spread widely through email chains, social media posts, and humor websites.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own knock knock joke</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put your creativity to the test and come up with your own knock knock joke. Share it with friends and family to spread some laughter on National Knock Knock Joke Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a comedy special</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate National Knock Knock Joke Day by watching a stand-up comedy special. You're sure to hear some hilarious knock knock jokes that will have you in stitches.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a knock knock joke party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a knock knock joke-themed party. Ask everyone to come dressed as their favorite knock knock joke and have a contest for the best costume.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a scavenger hunt with knock knock jokes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a scavenger hunt where each clue is a knock knock joke. This will not only be entertaining, but also a great way to exercise your brain on National Knock Knock Joke Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share knock knock jokes on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread some joy and laughter by sharing your favorite knock knock jokes on social media. Use the hashtag #NationalKnockKnockJokeDay to join in on the celebration with others.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a day for laughter and silliness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Knock Knock Joke Day is all about celebrating the joy of good-natured humor and sharing funny moments with others. It's a great opportunity to let loose and have some fun with friends, family, and coworkers!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Knock knock jokes are timeless classics</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From childhood playgrounds to cheesy pick-up lines, knock knock jokes have been bringing smiles to our faces for generations. They are simple, silly, and always deliver a good laugh - making them the perfect way to celebrate National Knock Knock Joke Day!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They bring people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sharing a knock knock joke is a fun and easy way to break the ice, bond with someone new, or just make someone's day a little brighter. So why not spread some positivity on National Knock Knock Joke Day by sharing some funny knock knock jokes with those around you?</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Format of Knock Knock Jokes is Universally Recognized</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite cultural and language barriers, the standard format of knock knock jokes is widely recognized and understood around the world, proving its universal appeal.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Knock Knock Jokes Lead to Cognitive Development in Children</h3><p class='facts-content'>Knock knock jokes play a crucial role in cognitive development among children. They help improve language skills, enhance social interactions and promote a sense of humor from an early age.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shakespeare Might Have Influenced Knock Knock Jokes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Though contemporary in their current format, knock knock jokes might trace their lineage back to William Shakespeare's time. In "Macbeth," a scene filled with repeated knocking and witty quips resonate with today's knock knock jokes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Knock Knock Jokes are Famous for Their Puns</h3><p class='facts-content'>Knock knock jokes are well-known for their puns. Their classic hallmark involves a play on words that leads to humorous or unexpected conclusions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Knock Knock Jokes Have Been Used in Psychological Studies</h3><p class='facts-content'>The simplicity and structured format of knock knock jokes have made them useful tools in psychological and anthropological research, including studies on humor appreciation and cognitive processing.</p></div></div>
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