It’s April Fools’ Day, an occasion you may love or hate. Of course, that probably depends on whether you have a lot of practical jokers in your life and how far they’re willing to go.

Done right, pranks can be a great way to show someone you love them. So, in the name of fun, we’ve rounded up a few classics. From a dad playing security detail to surprise his newly elected class president daughter, to a fake bear sighting that led to an emotional family reunion – the reactions are guaranteed to raise a smile.

Watch the video above to see some hilarious April Fools hijinks!

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