Children are life's little bundles of joy. And even when they personally aren't particularly joyful, they're at least making you laugh. Whether you have kids of your own and are looking to relate, or you just need a reminder that the children are our future—a future that's currently lying on the kitchen floor eating food with dogs—these pictures of kids being wacky will make your day. So sit back, have a look, and be thankful it isn't your kitchen that looks like that. And when you want to raise healthier, happier kids, start with these 20 Easy Ways to Be a (Much) Better Mother.
1 | A Trip to the Store
dennizn/Shutterstock.comThis kid is really maximizing the amenities at Costco. Hopefully he's not watching one of 20 Kids' Films That Will Definitely Traumatize Your Children.
2 | Time With Sis
There's nothing cuter than a little bonding time between siblings. And if you want to raise more well-rounded little ones, start with these 40 Parenting Hacks for Raising an Amazing Kid.
3 | Team Work Makes the Dream Work
It's also the most effective way to get a good snack. And if you want your kids to sneak a nutritious snack, check out The Secret to Raising Healthy Kids.
4 | Joys of Potty Training
Hey, practice makes perfect, and in the meantime, there's always the plunger. And if you hear the words "it wasn't me" just by looking at this pic, check out these 40 Lies Kids Say That Parents Always Fall For.
5 | Toilet Trouble
He may be wasteful, but at least the toddler above is doing better than this kid. And for laughs that don't involve potential trauma, check out The 20 Funniest Jokes From Kids' Movies.
6 | Desperate for Teddy Grahams
That's one way to get your parent to hear your pleas at the store. They can't be sunshine and roses all the time, but here's The Single Best Way to Raise Emotionally Healthy Kids.
7 | Price Check on Aisle Six
This is definitely one of those times when something is in the last place you look for it. And if you'd like to take your kid someplace more exciting than the freezer section, check out The 5 Best Trips to Take With Kids.
8 | Engineer in Training
This kid is going places, both literally and figuratively, thanks to his leaf blower/longboard combo. And if you, want kid laughs of a different variety, check out these 50 Jokes From Children That Are Crazy Funny.
9 | Sibling Rivalry
If your older siblings want to display their Pokemon, it's best to stay out of their way. If this is nothing new to you, check out these 30 Hilarious Tweets Every Parent Can Relate To.
10 | Happy Easter!
Maybe she was hoping for Santa. This kind of emotional honesty isn't without merit: teaching authenticity is just one of the 30 Ways to Make Your Daughter a Better Leader.
11 | Family Photo
ShutterstockIt might not be perfect, but it's definitely accurate.
12 | School Days
There are two types of kids on the first day of class, and this family has both.
14 | Portrait of the Tattoo Artist as a Young Child
Little sis is always a willing subject. The fact that she can't speak helps a lot, though.
15 | Makeshift Furniture
You take on a lot of new roles as a parent. Nobody mentioned one of them would be furniture.
17 | A+ for Creativity
One of those lesser-known miracles: the gift of the three-point shot.
19 | Happy Valentine's Day!
Donovan has a pretty grim outlook on life.
20 | The Little Prince
This child is grimly determined to do the best Prince impression they can.
23 | Maxin' and Relaxin'
This kid is a dad in training, and he's not even in kindergarten yet.
24 | Ready for My Closeup
Her makeup skills might need some practice, but you can't deny her determination.
28 | Picture Day
Nailed it.
29 | Smile for Santa
At least one of them is happy—not bad!
32 | Ain't Too Proud To Beg
Clearly, there's something in the air at Costco that makes children do this.
36 | Tiny Gourmand
Hmmm, earthy, with notes of mold.
37 | Shopping Genius
This kid is going to make a lot of people's days.
38 | The Importance of Fabric Softener
If they'd used just a few dryer sheets, her parents would never have been able to immortalize this hair-raising experience.
40 | Tea Party
If your parents aren't big on stuffed animals, your army of tarantulas will just have to do.
42 | Grabbing a Drink
This kind of creative problem solving and resourcefulness will take her far in life.
45 | Keeping Warm
First she gets the vent. Then it's the dog's turn.
47 | Technically Correct
In a way, this kid went above and beyond.
48 | Fashion Expert
Haven't you heard? Saggy diapers are very hot right now.
50 | Road Trip!
Somebody thought their foot looked more appetizing than boring old fruit snacks. Luckily, when you want to avoid this kind of situation, the 25 Best Ways to Travel With Children are sure to help.
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