Lovely Play & Recreation

Indoor recreation for children: A roundup of exciting games

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We’ve put together recreational activities, games, and indoor play ideas that bring out children’s smiles.

You’ll find plenty of large-group games and activities perfect for preschools and schools, as well as lots of options families can enjoy at home.

They’re ideal for rainy days or any time it’s hard to go outside.

If you’re looking for recreations, games, or indoor activities to enjoy with kids, be sure to check these out.

Even if kids start out feeling, “It’s a shame we can’t play outside…,” by the end they’ll surely be saying, “That was fun!”

Indoor recreation for children: A roundup of exciting games (181–190)

Back text guessing game

[Mizutsuna] Can you guess what I wrote? Back-writing guessing game! [Tsunakan!] #130

Back text guessing game

The “back-writing character guessing game” is something many adults probably played when they were kids.

It’s a very simple game, but it surprisingly gets everyone excited! The rules are easy: trace letters on someone’s back with your finger, and have them guess what you wrote.

It sounds simple, but it’s actually quite hard to figure out…

If you’re playing with a large group, you can turn it into a telephone game and have only the last person give the final answer—that’s fun too.

Start with about two characters, and once you get used to it, try increasing the number of characters!

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Catch

[Hand Play That Elementary School Kids Can Enjoy] Catch

Catch

This is a game called “Catch” that you can play without any equipment and without worrying about the number of players.

Everyone forms a circle.

First, make your right hand into a tube shape.

Then extend only your left index finger and place it inside the tubular right hand of the person on your left.

At the command “Catch!”, use your right hand to grab the finger of the person on your right, while using your left hand to pull your finger out so it doesn’t get caught by the person on your left.

If your right hand catches and your left hand escapes, you succeed.

It’s simple but requires concentration, since you have to pay attention with both hands.

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In conclusion

Indoors, we tend to think play is limited, but with a bit of creativity there are plenty of activities that bring out kids’ smiles and the words “One more time!” On rainy or cold days when it’s hard to play outside, if the children seem bored, show them this article and look for activities you can enjoy together.