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[For Kids] Let’s Play in English! A Collection of Fun Recreational Activities and Games

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

Although English has become a required subject starting in elementary school, many of you may still feel that you’re not good at it.

So this time, I’d like to introduce games and recreational activities that let you learn English while having fun.

Even if you can’t speak in full sentences, there are plenty of ideas for playing with words you already know or combining English with gestures! By having a good time, you’ll naturally pick up English and grow more interested and curious to learn more—so give these a try!

[For Kids] Let’s Play in English! Fun Recreation and Game Special (11–20)

Matching Game

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Matching Game

This is a game that adds the element of English word pronunciation to Concentration (the memory card game where you flip over face-down cards and match the same pictures).

When you flip a card, pronounce the picture in English, and use the sound as a hint to try to collect as many pairs as possible.

Using words with similar sounds—like “dirt” and “burp”—is also key, and this misleading element further enhances the gameplay.

Pay attention to subtle differences in pronunciation as you go, and solidify your command of English vocabulary.

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English Color-Coding Quiz

[English・For Kids] Color Sorting Quiz 🦁 Learn While Having Fun! <Miraico English>

English Color-Coding Quiz

You’ll feel so refreshed when you figure out the answers! Here are some ideas for a color-coding quiz that uses English.

It’s perfect for people who are good at English or want to deepen their knowledge.

Try the challenge with friends or with a parent/guardian.

The video features cute puppet characters and illustrations, so it’s likely to capture children’s interest too.

Aim for a perfect score and work together to solve them!

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In conclusion

We introduced fun games and recreational activities you can enjoy in English.

They’re full of ideas for learning English while playing, so be sure to give them a try.

By playing every day, you might naturally pick up English before you know it!