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Liven up your children’s club event! A collection of ideas everyone can enjoy

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I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

Children’s club events tend to end up feeling the same every time, which can be a real headache.

Even when you try to get creative, there are limits like budget and venue, plus the kids’ ages are all over the map.

So here, we’re sharing ideas for children’s club events that have actually been well received—from bingo tournaments to handmade festivals to seasonal parties.

They’re fun for both kids and adults, and relatively easy to prepare.

You’re sure to find tips for creating wonderful memories filled with smiles!

Get the Crowd Going at Kids’ Club Events! A Collection of Fun Ideas for Everyone (41–50)

Drop the Handkerchief

Handkerchief Drop (Tag) – Indoor Exercise Play Recreation [Arranged Version]

Drop the Handkerchief

It’s an activity that everyone, not just spectators, can get excited about.

Sit in a circle, and the “it” player walks around behind everyone.

At some point, they quietly drop a handkerchief behind someone and run, and the person it was dropped behind chases them to try to catch them.

If the “it” player gets away, they have to switch roles.

It gets really exciting!

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Get the Crowd Going at Kids’ Club Events! A Collection of Fun Ideas for Everyone (51–60)

Fruits Basket

Fruits Basket / Freshman Orientation 2011

Fruits Basket

How about an activity everyone can enjoy? It’s the well-known recreation game “Fruit Basket.” People who match the prompt get up and compete for seats, similar to musical chairs.

It’s fun even with adults in the mix.

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puppet show

[Puppet Show] Iida City Nursery Teacher Training Presentation: “Best Friends”

puppet show

How about trying a puppet show? If you search online, you can find stories for puppet shows on various themes, so be sure to use them as references.

It also sounds fun to make your own characters and more.

Practice well and capture the children’s attention.

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Japanese taiko drum

Keidai Daycare (Wadaiko) Sakura Festival Kama 2016 (Kama City, Fukuoka Prefecture)

Japanese taiko drum

How about everyone trying a taiko drum performance? Traditional pieces are great, and festive tunes for kids are plenty of fun too.

Let’s practice well and put on a performance with perfect coordination.

It’s really cool when girls do it as well, so I highly recommend it.

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Ring Relay

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If you’re looking for a game that lets you move your body while having fun, this is a must-see.

Here are the rules for “Ring Relay.” First, 4–5 people line up side by side and hold hands.

Next, prepare a large ring such as a hula hoop and slip it onto the hand of the person at one end.

Pass the ring along to the next person by threading it over your hand, head, waist, and feet in order, without letting go of hands.

If you can get the ring all the way to the person at the other end, you’re good.

If you have a large group of children, it could be fun to compete in teams.

Teamwork with the people on your left and right is key in this game, so give it a try when you want to help kids build camaraderie.

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Haunted house

2022 Kirara Nursery School Summer Festival Haunted House

Haunted house

How about holding a haunted house as a recommended attraction that both children and their guardians can enjoy together? Try designing a not-too-scary haunted house so even small children can participate! Instead of assigning people to scare guests, you could create the haunted-house atmosphere with handmade ghosts, spider webs, skeletons, and gravestones.

It’s also a good idea to set some ground rules for the haunted house in advance, and adding game elements—like retrieving a treasure—could make it even more exciting.

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Kids Dance Competition

Osu Summer Festival 2018 (O-Star Kids) Cheer Dance [Corrected]

Kids Dance Competition

How about hosting a dance competition where the kids are the stars and everyone can get excited? You can divide them by age—or however they like—and have them showcase different kinds of dances.

Even little kids just moving their bodies to the music is heartwarming to watch.

It takes practice, but it’s great that they can choose from lots of styles like cheer dance, hip-hop, and breakdance.

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