Handmade summer festival games: a collection of ideas you can enjoy at kindergartens, daycare centers, and at home.

Can Stacking Game

[Can-Stacking Game] Aim for the ceiling!

Will it reach the ceiling? Here’s an idea for a can-stacking game.

It’s a simple game corner using empty cans.

The moment you place each can while keeping the balance, you’ll find yourself holding your breath in concentration.

It works well as either a team game or an individual challenge.

Since the stack may end up taller than the children, it’s a good idea to have a chair ready.

In that case, make sure a parent or teacher stays close by to prevent falls.

Paper Cup UFO Catcher

How to make a UFO catcher with paper cups? Crafting tips from a nursery teacher (for 5-year-olds)

The “Paper Cup UFO Catcher” is a popular DIY recreation idea you can enjoy with elementary school kids.

Cut eight slits into a paper cup to make tentacle-like arms, then insert a straw through the center to move it.

Place another paper cup over the top and move it up and down—this opens and closes the arms.

The moment it grabs the target is super exciting! It’s easy to make with everyday materials, yet the movement feels authentic and makes it really fun to play.

Figuring out the controls is part of the charm, and it gets even more exciting when friends compete.

It’s a recommended activity that combines the joy of crafting with the sense of achievement from a game.

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[Summer Festival] Cute Goldfish

@hoiku_ratty

Goldfish making#nursery_teacher#Summer ProductionGoldfishNursery teacher / Childcare workerHow about adorable goldfish as summer festival prizes? 〈Materials〉 Tissue paper Facial tissue Nylon thread (fishing line) Scissors Round stickers Permanent marker Clear tape (cellophane tape) Raffia ribbon (Suzuran tape) Aurora cushion stuffing (optional) Cellophane gift bag Craft knife Ribbon Hole punch Sparkly stickers (optional) Koala Teacher’s tip: If you cut the nylon thread a bit longer, it’s easier to adjust the goldfish’s position inside the bag! After taping it in place, trim off the excess! Give it a try, everyone! Thanks for reading to the end. I’d be happy if you give a like or follow! Feel free to leave comments with your thoughts or questions♪ ┈┈┈ On this account, I share: crafts, weekly/monthly plans, event prep, and solutions to common challenges. Let’s save time on planning crafts by borrowing ideas from Koala Teacher! Check out my other posts: @koalahoikushi ┈┈┈#Childcare CraftingSummer Craft

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Perfect for summer festivals! Here are some cute goldfish ideas.

Many schools and childcare centers may be planning to hold summer festival events.

These charming goldfish ideas also make great souvenirs for children.

What you’ll need: a craft knife, hole punch, scissors, permanent marker, tape, raffia tape, nylon thread (fishing line), ribbon, clear bags, and aurora cushioning (iridescent filler).

They look just like goldfish swimming in sparkling water—so beautiful.

Be sure to give it a try!

Goldfish scooping with sweets

Perfect for home parties and birthdays! Here’s a fun idea for a candy-filled goldfish scooping game.

It’s recommended for anyone planning an activity that kids will love at events.

You’ll need clear plastic bags, transparent origami paper, clear tape, iridescent round stickers, scissors, and more.

Just put the see-through origami paper into the clear bag and secure it with tape to transform it into a goldfish shape! You can even add candy inside for extra fun.

Give it a try!

Frog Toss Game

@kureha_planning

[Elderly care recreation] The Fly, Fly Frog Launch Game 🐸 Launch the frogs and aim for a high score ✨Elderly care recreationFrog TossFly, fly, flySaiyo River East

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Let me introduce a frog-flinging game everyone can enjoy.

Make a target on a large sheet of poster paper and write point values on it.

It gets more exciting if you prepare a range of scores from high to low.

Once you’ve set a frog on a plastic bottle, try launching it toward the target.

It’s fun to think about how hard to launch and which section of the target to aim for.

If you set up a table and chairs, you can enjoy it while seated, so kids and seniors alike can join in the fun!

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Balance game

@chooobo2

Balance game 👹 This material will be distributed via an Instagram subscription ✨ You can also play by stacking plastic bottle caps or sponges 🌼Made in FebruarySetsubun craftSetsubun#HandmadeToyspaper plate#AtHomePlayPaper Plate Craft

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Here’s an idea for a simple and fun “balance game.” All you need are a paper plate and some paper, like copier paper.

First, fold the paper plate in half.

Then, make additional folds on both sides of the center crease, leaving a 2 cm gap from the center on each side.

Fold along those side creases to create mountain folds, and secure the plate with tape so it doesn’t open.

That completes the base for the balance game.

Next, cut the copier paper into strips.

Glue the ends together to form squares, creating the pieces you’ll place on the base.

To play, set the base with the rim of the paper plate facing down, then place the square pieces on top while keeping the balance.

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Pocky & Pretz Game

Let me introduce a heart-pounding Pocky & Pretz Game where you’ll be on edge wondering if it will topple over.

For the Pocky sticks, roll sheets of newspaper into long, thin rods and use yellow and black duct tape to make them look like Pocky.

For the Pretz sticks, roll newspaper the same way, wrap them with yellow tape, and use colored pens to draw toasted patterns.

The key is to keep the length and thickness as uniform as possible.

Since you’ll be working with your hands while seated, you can enjoy the activity from the preparation stage.

Once you’ve set the Pocky sticks in a ring, take turns removing one stick at a time.

The person who causes the Pocky to fall when they pull a stick loses.

It’s a great game for getting a big group excited!

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