April Fool's Day 2024:  10 funny ideas to prank your family and friends

Stick a note on your friend's back Write down a unique request, such as "Give me a cheer when you walk past," and simply stick it into someone's back without their knowledge for a hilarious surprise.

A fake bug For someone who is extremely afraid of cockroaches or spiders, place one atop their desks, inside lampshades, or even tucked into drawers. Also, be prepared to record their reaction.

Toothpaste Oreo Take a packet of Oreos and remove the cream. Replace the cream with white toothpaste. Offer the Oreo to your siblings or friends. Wait for them to eat it, then say April Fool.

Replace remote batteries Replace the batteries with dead batteries and laugh as your family member struggles to change channels.

Gift box prank Decorate an empty box with wrapping paper and present to your loved one first thing in the morning, before they realise it's April Fools' Day.

Balloon pillow Replace the pillow with balloons and cover it with a bed sheet, before your friend goes to sleep.

Frozen breakfast Freeze someone's cereal or milk the night before, so they find it frozen solid in the morning.

Switch salt and sugar Swap the contents of salt and sugar containers in the kitchen for a salty surprise during breakfast.

Fake spills Use tape or paper to create fake spills on tables or floors, tricking someone into thinking there's a mess to clean up.

Keyboard switch Swap the keys around on someone's keyboard for a confusing typing experience.

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