April Fool's Day

April Fool's Day Joke (BBC)

April Fool's Day

April Fools' Day is celebrated in different countries around the world on April 1 every year. Although not a national holiday, it is widely celebrated as a day when many people play all kinds of practical jokes on just about anyone: friends, family, teachers, neighbors, co-workers, etc.

Origin. Some researchers suggest that the decision to designate January 1 as New Year's Day in the 16th century was responsible for the creation of April Fool's Day. 

In the Middle Ages, New Year's Day was celebrated on March 25 in most European towns. Those who rang in the New Year on January 1 made fun of those who celebrated on other dates.  

Discussion: April Fool's Day

1. What tricks did you play on your teacher and classmates on April Fool's Day? 
2. Do you remember any funny April Fool's Day tricks someone played on you? 
3. Who would you like to play an April Fool's Day joke on? What would you do?
4. Are you a practical joker?
5. What's the best joke you have ever played on someone (or seen)?