[Childcare] Sports Day activity ideas. Let’s make the Sports Day exciting!

relay race

Let’s compete seriously while following the rules! Here are some ideas for a competitive relay.

The events for the older class are really thrilling, aren’t they? Among them, relays are something that can excite both children and adults.

Watching them aim for first place while keeping their promise to run the designated course is sure to be moving! Including a competitive relay in your sports day can really highlight the children’s growth.

It’s a good idea to decide on rules in advance, such as how to pass the baton and how to overtake.

Play Park Together

[Parent-Child Interactive Exercises] Hiromichi & Tanizou / Let’s Play Together Play Park (Parent-Child / Exercise)

In the interactive exercise “Let’s Play Park Together,” parents and children can try all kinds of movements: holding hands and jumping, cradling the children like treasures, playing bowling, and more.

Since you can switch roles in the bowling activity, if the parent plays the pins and does some funny moves, it might bring out smiles from the kids.

Finish by lifting the children up high for a grand finale! It’s sure to make a wonderful photo opportunity.

It may look difficult, but there’s actually not much dancing involved, so even one-year-olds should be able to enjoy it fully.

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tug of war

2019 Minami Nursery School Sports Day: Tug-of-War Event for 3-, 4-, and 5-Year-Olds

A classic crowd-pleasing event! Here are some ideas for a tug-of-war.

Many parents and teachers may remember competing in tug-of-war when they were young.

Why not hold a tug-of-war as a timeless activity that still gets everyone excited? As each team comes up with strategies and puts them into practice, it can be a great opportunity for children to grow.

They can learn a lot by understanding winning and losing and by keeping promises while participating.

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I ended up doing it.

Accidentally Made It (1–2-Year-Olds, Parent-Child Interaction ver.)

Let’s try moving like animals and insects to the melody of “Alps Ichiman-jaku.” Use your whole body to express the characteristics of different creatures.

The uniquely adorable movements of one-year-olds are sure to warm the hearts of those around them.

Doing this together with parents or guardians will make it even more fun for the children.

At the end of the song, the children will say “We did it!” to their caregivers while sharing a hug or a high-five.

It’s an event that highlights the children’s cuteness right up to the finish.

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Smiley woof-woof

Niko-Niko Wanwan: Parent-Child Exercise

A one-year-old who loves being held.

How about some activities they can do while being cuddled by their parents or guardians? Support the children’s bodies with your arms and gently rock them—like an elephant’s trunk swaying.

You could also try a game where, like a crane, you lift the children and have them grab a stuffed toy.

Another recommendation is to sit with the child on your lap and move your bodies to the song “Riding the Bus.” Through these activities, you’ll not only enjoy the games but also create warm moments of connection with the children.

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Animal Race

🧡No.97 [Parent-Child Play / Motor Skills Development] “Animal Race Finals: Five Events 🏁” Become animals like frogs, bears, babies, and more, and compete! 👍 Learn the fundamentals of movement in a fun, game-like race 🏁 👍

Let’s step into character and play! Here are some ideas for an Animal Race.

Many children find it fun to pretend to be animals.

This time, try racing while transforming into a frog, a bear, or even a baby together with parents or guardians! Sports days can feel different from the usual routine, and many children may get nervous—but participating alongside a parent or guardian can help them feel more at ease.

Preparing headbands or costumes will likely boost their excitement, too.

Ball-collecting competition

🧡 [Parent-Child Play • Boost Motor Skills] Three birds with one stone just by having fun—sharpen decision-making, quickness, and stamina! “Ball Collecting Race” ✌ For toddlers to lower elementary school students [Parent-Child Exercise]

Let’s incorporate activities that develop motor skills! Here are some ideas for a ball-collecting race.

There are likely many opportunities to use balls during exercise time.

By using familiar balls in competitions, children can develop their motor skills.

This time, we’re introducing a ball-collecting race that children can try together with parents or teachers, helping them build decision-making skills and quickness.

Competing while following rules can also provide a chance to learn social skills.

Be sure to give it a try!