Joke cards and lunch box notes · Ink and Index
One true and surprising fact for every lunch box. Kids get something to tell their friends and you get a talking point for dinner.
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The cartoon characters were created with an AI image generator, then cut out and arranged by Ink and Index.
Fun Fact Lunch Box Notes are 120 printable notes for ages 5 to 10, each with one true, surprising fact in plain words, in three color-coded themes: Animals (40), Space (40) and Nature (40). There are 8 blank notes and a My fact log page. Each of the 4 PDFs has 19 pages with eight notes on a page, in color and ink-saver, in US Letter and A4.
- 120 facts in three themes: animals, space and nature, one sentence each
- No fact repeats, and no animal, planet or plant appears twice
- A My fact log page and 8 blank notes for your own facts
- 120
- fun fact notes
- 3
- themes, 40 facts each
- 8
- blank notes
- 19
- pages in each PDF
Why a Fact in the Lunch Box Starts a Conversation
A surprising fact in the lunch box gives a child something to tell you at the end of the day.
- You want something in the lunch box that is not another treat.
- A joke is over in a second, and a child wants something to tell friends.
- Fact books are heavy and facts online are not always right.
- You want one fact a day, short enough to read aloud.
- Dinner needs a topic that is not homework.
How the Fact Notes Work
Pick a part to see it. Each note carries one fact in plain words.
Part 1 of 6 · the note
One surprising true fact on each note
Saturn is light enough to float in water, if you could find a bathtub big enough.
- One sentence in plain words
- Each note is about 3.6 by 2.4 inches (9 by 6 cm)
- Eight notes on every page
Part 2 of 6 · three themes
Animals, space and nature
Octopuses have three hearts.
- Animals (40), Space (40) and Nature (40)
- Color-coded so you can pick a theme
- No animal, planet or plant appears twice
Part 3 of 6 · the lunch box
Tuck one in, make their day
Honey never spoils if it is kept sealed and dry.
- Under the sandwich, on the fruit or inside the lid
- Cut one note and test the fit first
- Lunch boxes vary
Part 4 of 6 · write it down
My fact log
- Write down favorite facts
- Note who you told
- A page to keep
Part 5 of 6 · 8 blanks
Blank notes for your own facts
- If a child finds something newer, look it up together
- Write it on a blank note
- Science keeps changing
Part 6 of 6 · print and cut
Eight notes on every page
- Print at 100 percent, card stock lasts longer
- Cut along the dashed lines
- 19 pages in each PDF
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How to Pack a Fact in Four Steps
Cut a few pages on a Sunday and pick a note each morning.
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Print at 100 percent
Print the PDF at 100 percent ('actual size'). Card stock lasts longest. The files come in US Letter and A4.
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Cut along the dashed lines
Each card is about 3.6 by 2.4 inches (9 by 6 cm). Eight notes on a page.
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Pick a theme
Animals, space or nature, or mix them.
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Tuck it in
Under the sandwich, on the fruit or inside the lid. Then ask about it at dinner.
What Is Inside the Fact Notes
- 120 fun fact notes for ages 5 to 10
- Three color-coded themes: Animals (40), Space (40) and Nature (40).
- Plain-word facts
- Each fact is one sentence. No fact repeats, and no animal, planet or plant appears twice.
- 8 blank notes
- To write your own facts.
- A My fact log page
- For favorite facts and who you told.
- A pack-the-lunch-box page
- A short how-to for printing, cutting and tucking.
- Four PDFs and a read-me
- Color and ink-saver, in US Letter and A4, plus a short read-me.
Facts or jokes?
| Compare | Fact Notes | Lunch Box Joke Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Content | 120 true facts | 200 jokes and riddles |
| Themes | Animals, space, nature | Ten themes |
| Extras | A fact log | Kind notes |
| Page | You are here | Lunch Box Joke Notes |
Where to buy, and what each store sells
| Store | Price | Includes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Etsy | $4.99 | 4 PDFs in color and ink-saver, US Letter and A4, plus a read-me guide | Buy on Etsy |
Prices checked 23 October 2026. Each store shows its own refund terms at checkout.
About the Facts
Each fact is one sentence in plain words. No fact repeats, and no animal, planet or plant appears twice. The facts were checked against public sources such as NASA, NOAA, the Smithsonian and National Geographic. Science keeps changing and measurements are often rounded, so if a child finds something newer, look it up together and write it on a blank note.
This is a fun-fact set for children, not a textbook, and it makes no promises about school results. The lunch box, napkins and a paper cutter are not included, and nothing ships.
The layouts and colors were built in code. The cartoon characters were created with an AI image generator, then cut out and arranged by Ink and Index. The fact text was drafted with AI assistance, then chosen, corrected and checked against public sources. The license is for your own family, or one classroom or group you teach. Please do not resell, share, upload or give away the PDF files, and do not sell the printed notes.
What You Download
Five files: four PDFs of 19 pages each (color and ink-saver, in US Letter and A4) and a short read-me PDF with printing tips and terms.
- 5
- files
- 120
- fact notes
- 19
- pages per PDF
Printed notes, the lunch box, napkins and a paper cutter are not included.
Fun Fact Lunch Box Notes: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the fun fact lunch box notes?
120 printable notes for ages 5 to 10, each with one true, surprising fact, in three themes: animals, space and nature. Print, cut and tuck one into the lunch box.
Are the facts accurate?
They were checked against public sources such as NASA, NOAA, the Smithsonian and National Geographic. Science keeps changing and measurements are often rounded, so if a child finds something newer, look it up together and write it on a blank note.
What age are they for?
Ages 5 to 10. Each fact is one sentence in plain words.
How big are the notes?
Each card is about 3.6 by 2.4 inches (9 by 6 cm). Lunch boxes vary, so cut one note and test the fit first.
How do I print them?
Print the PDF at 100 percent ('actual size'). Card stock lasts longest. The files come in US Letter and A4.
What are the color and ink-saver versions?
Each set comes in a color version and an ink-saver version (black and white, light on ink), in US Letter and A4. That is 4 PDFs, plus a short read-me PDF.
What do I get when I buy it?
Five files: 4 PDFs of 19 pages each and a short read-me PDF.
How much does it cost, and where can I buy it?
As of 23 October 2026 it costs $4.99 on Etsy. The table above shows what the store sells.
More questions
Is it a physical product?
No. It is a digital download and nothing ships. After payment, Etsy gives you the files on the Purchases page. You need a PDF reader and a printer.
Can I use them in a classroom?
Yes, with one classroom or group you teach. Please do not share or resell the files.
Are there jokes too?
Yes. Lunch Box Joke Notes has 200 jokes.
Is it a textbook?
No. It is a fun-fact set for children and makes no promises about school results.
Was AI used to make it?
Yes. The layouts and colors were built in code. The cartoon characters were created with an AI image generator, then cut out and arranged by Ink and Index. The fact text was drafted with AI assistance, then chosen, corrected and checked against public sources.
What if a file will not open?
Email the address on the contact page. If a file will not open or is not what the listing describes, it gets fixed or replaced.
Send a Fact to School Tomorrow
Print a page, cut eight notes and pick one for the morning. The set is an instant download. For jokes, see Lunch Box Joke Notes.
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