Prank Smart: The Unwritten Rules of April Fool’s Day (Plus a Classic!)

Prank Etiquette 101: Here are the Dos & Don’ts

April Fools' Day Why do we celebrate fools? It's complicated. (Ildo Frazao/Getty Images/iStockphoto)

By Bobby Mitchell and undefined

April Fool’s Day Playbook:

  1. The Noon Deadline. The fooling stops at NOON.
  2. Do No Harm. Don’t cause genuine distress.
  3. Reveal the Prank. This clarifies everything was a joke.
  4. No Illegal Activities. This should go without saying.
  5. Target Wisely. Play pranks on people you know well.
  6. Finally, if you need a good prank for today, it’s never too late to get into edible glass. Here’s an easy recipe.