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[For Middle School Students] A Collection of Recreation Ideas to Liven Up Farewell Parties

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A farewell party where you look back on a year’s memories and spend precious time with the classmates who shared the same classroom.

By expressing gratitude to teachers and friends and taking part in lively recreation, the memories become even deeper.

In this article, we’ll introduce recreation ideas that the whole class can enjoy.

From activities you can take your time with indoors to ones that get you moving outside, we’ve handpicked games and activities especially recommended for junior high school students.

To make the farewell party even more exciting—by exchanging letters and sharing words of thanks—be sure to give these a try.

[For Middle Schoolers] A Collection of Recreation Ideas to Liven Up Farewell Parties (1–10)

Bingo Tournament

How to play bingo

Bingo Tournament

A great recommendation for the highlight of a farewell party is a bingo tournament.

As an event celebrating the end of the school year, it’s appealing because everyone has the same chance in this game of luck.

Since bingo is determined purely by chance, anyone has a shot at winning and can enjoy the excitement.

As prizes, it’s a good idea to prepare everyday items like stationery or books.

If you arrange things so that everyone ends up with something, it’s sure to become a memorable event.

By the way, bingo originated in 16th-century Italy.

When you’re hosting, sprinkling in trivia like this can enliven the atmosphere and make the time even more enjoyable.

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dance

[Graduation Dance] Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Ao to Natsu” Graduation ver.

dance

How about giving a memorable dance performance as a farewell gift at your junior high school send-off party? Dance is a wonderful way to express gratitude beyond words.

Even without prior dance experience, practicing together and putting in the effort can create a deeply moving performance.

Since dance became a mandatory part of physical education in 2012, many junior high school students are already familiar with it.

Let’s make the most of that experience and perform a dance filled with appreciation.

Choosing an emotional and approachable song—like the graduation version of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s “Ao to Natsu (Blue and Summer)”—will make the farewell party even more exciting.

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Guess the Childhood Photo Quiz

[First time revealed] Can you guess who this kid is? We did a childhood photo guessing quiz and an unexpected picture came up, and we burst out laughing lol

Guess the Childhood Photo Quiz

It’s a game where childhood photos are presented as questions, and players carefully observe the details to figure out whose photo it is.

Your ability to identify subtle features—like the shape and size of facial parts—and your imagination to predict how someone might look when grown are both tested.

If you react when your own photo comes up, the game falls apart, so it’s important to consciously avoid giving any reaction.

By seeing how each person has grown, you’ll likely deepen your understanding of your friends.

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[For Junior High Students] A Collection of Recreation Ideas to Liven Up a Farewell Party (11–20)

Treasure Hunt

[Showdown] We rented out a school and tried a treasure hunt game in the classroom!

Treasure Hunt

A treasure hunt is an activity where you team up with your peers to solve puzzles and embark on an adventure that leads to the treasure.

Using various places around the school to unravel clues that connect to the hidden prize becomes an experience that goes beyond a simple game.

As you make full use of the classroom, the gym, and every unforgettable corner of the schoolyard to discover the secret location of the treasure, your class bonds will grow stronger.

It’s a chance to create puzzles using what you’ve learned, enjoy flashes of inspiration and deduction, and make cherished memories with friends.

A treasure hunt tackled together by teachers and students will be a heartwarming time before you part ways.

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NG word game

[Mind Games] Total chaos in the NG Word Quiz!?

NG word game

A perfect fit for a farewell party overflowing with middle schoolers’ smiles is the NG Word Game, where psychological tactics are key.

It’s easy to prepare and lets everyone have fun while minding their language, making it ideal for an end-of-year event.

Each person secretly chooses an NG (forbidden) word, and during conversation, you try to coax others into saying their forbidden word without them noticing.

This game delivers both thrills and excitement, offering TV-variety-show-level fun that brings plenty of laughter and tension to the students.

Adding a light penalty for the loser will make the time even more engaging.

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A surprise chorus for the teacher

The Final Homeroom: A Surprise Chorus for the Teacher

A surprise chorus for the teacher

For the farewell party that marks the end of your junior high school days, a surprise chorus expressing gratitude to your teachers will make for an unforgettable gift.

Let all the students join their voices together to thank your teachers for the days you’ve shared.

Classics like “Tsubasa wo Kudasai” or memorable songs beloved in your classroom are suitable choices, but popular songs such as SEKAI NO OWARI’s “Present” or SUPER BEAVER’s “Arigatou” are also recommended.

A surprise chorus will deepen the bond between students and teachers at this milestone of graduation and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Dice Talk

[Dice] Kamaitachi cook while chatting using dice-roll talk themes!

Dice Talk

“Dice Talk” is the perfect game for a farewell party that all the junior high school students in your class can enjoy together.

It’s a simple, exciting game where the topic changes depending on the number you roll on the die.

For example, you can assign themes like 1 = “a scary story,” 2 = “a funny story,” 3 = “an unforgettable experience,” and so on.

Players roll the die and talk based on the theme that comes up.

Through these talks, you’ll deepen your bonds with classmates and have a lively, fun time.

Also, if a difficult topic comes up, remember to use a “pass” so everyone stays comfortable.

Why not create new memories on your farewell day with a round of Dice Talk?

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