Exciting for 4-year-olds! A collection of sports day event ideas for preschoolers (middle class)

Goldfish Circuit

Tomobe Kindergarten Sports Day Event Description No. 6: “Goldfish Moving Operation”

Finish together as parent and child! Here’s an idea for a Goldfish Migration Circuit.

You’ll need homemade scoops (poi), two kiddie pools, goldfish made from colored plastic bags, and red-and-white flags.

Many children may feel nervous in the unusual atmosphere of a sports day, right? Participating in the event together with a parent can help ease those nerves a bit.

This event requires teamwork between parent and child! Let’s successfully move the goldfish while calling out to each other.

The cute costumes are another highlight, too!

[Parent-Child Event] Which one is the vegetable?

Eisho Sports Day_Parent-Child Competition_20171028

Introducing sports day events you can enjoy at kindergarten together with parents.

Work as a pair to overcome various obstacles and aim for the goal.

At the teacher’s signal, the parents start.

First, find your partner.

Look for your younger partner who’s hiding inside a big box.

Once you’ve found your partner, the two of you will keep clearing the obstacles ahead one after another.

Coordinate your moves and conquer the tough spots together.

After you’ve cleared all the hurdles, cross the finish line together to end the game.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

nikki

Report a problem

[Parent-Child Event] Ball Carrying

Wakachan Sports Day 2012 Parent-Child Competition

Let’s enjoy the sports day with an event where adults and children work together to quickly carry a large ball to the goal.

This team-based game is all about cooperation between two people.

Keep in sync and aim for the goal quickly without dropping the ball placed on the tray.

The rule is that the tray holding the ball must be carried by the two of you while running.

Be careful—if you run too fast, the ball will roll off.

After making a U-turn at the target point, keep your focus and carry the ball all the way.

Do your best until you can pass the baton to the next person!

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

nikki

Report a problem

Caterpillar Race

Parent-child event: Caterpillar race!

A parent-child race where the pair crawls inside a cardboard caterpillar and aims for the finish line.

The system is simple, but because the single, connected sheet of cardboard won’t move smoothly unless you synchronize your movements, it’s not just about speed—matching your rhythm as a team is crucial.

Since adults and children differ in reach and strength, a key point is how well the parent can get down to the child’s level.

Because neither side can dominate too much, this event really excites the crowd at sports festivals and is a highly recommended parent-child competition.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Hoshino Takashi

Report a problem

Borrowed Item Race

Borrowed Item Race

A competition where parent and child borrow the item specified by the prompt and aim for the goal.

Because it’s an event where parents and children search for things together, it’s perfect for preschool or kindergarten sports days.

Spectators will also be excited, wondering, “What are they looking for?” so everyone can enjoy the event together with the participants.

Prepare a wide range of prompts—from simple items children can find on their own to ones that encourage parent–child cooperation.

It’s a parent–child activity that creates memories while fostering a sense of unity and achievement.

Give it a try and experience a competition where you can feel your child’s growth up close.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

mutō

Report a problem