: The earliest recorded association between April 1 and foolishness appears in Geoffrey Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales (1392). Global Traditions
To ensure the day remains enjoyable for everyone, participants are encouraged to follow specific ethical guidelines: April's Fool
: Celebrations often last two days. The first day is "hunting the gowk" (sending people on phony errands), followed by "Taily Day," which focuses on pranks involving the backside, such as "kick me" signs. : The earliest recorded association between April 1
