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Wall decoration ideas recommended for sports day at nursery schools and kindergartens

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Children eagerly look forward to the once-a-year sports day at their nursery or kindergarten.

They can’t wait to show their cool, confident selves to their parents.

To help boost their excitement even more, here are some wall decoration ideas for sports day.

From decorations inspired by ball-toss games and tug-of-war to motifs like international flags and gold medals, there are plenty of ideas.

It’s also a great idea to make the decorations together with the children while imagining the big day.

Decorate the room beautifully to create a fun atmosphere that builds the children’s motivation and excitement!

Recommended sports day wall decoration ideas for daycare centers and kindergartens (11–20)

Flags and garlands

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Let’s make it using translucent materials! Here are ideas for flags and garlands.

Many preschools and kindergartens may be considering flag or garland decorations for their sports day.

These are refreshing, cool-looking ideas we highly recommend for such occasions.

What you’ll need: colored cellophane or transparent origami paper, pens, stickers, washi tape, and craft punches.

To help children engage enthusiastically, it’s best to prepare a sample before starting the activity.

Be sure to give it a try!

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Penguin Sports Day

[Wall Decorations] Let’s make it loosely without templates ♪ Penguin Sports Day! Cheer Squad Edition

Penguin Sports Day

Colorful penguins are cheering on the kids! Here are some ideas for a penguin-themed sports day.

These ideas charmingly capture the penguins’ round, cute shapes.

Since they’re holding pom-poms, you can really see how they’re cheering for the children.

You’ll need colored paper, masking tape, scissors, glue, a ruler, and a pencil.

Many people might feel that making round pom-poms seems difficult, but we’re sharing simple, easy steps—so give it a try!

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ball-toss basket

October Wall Decoration: “Basket for the Sports Day Ball-Toss” — A Seasonal Bulletin Board Made with Colored Construction Paper

ball-toss basket

Three-dimensional, impactful decorations! Here are some ideas for a ball-toss basket display.

When it comes to wall displays, we often stick to flat decorations, don’t we? This time, since it’s for an event, let’s make and display a three-dimensional ball-toss basket.

You’ll need construction paper, templates, scissors, glue, a stapler, a ruler, and so on.

By layering construction paper to create shadows, you can enjoy an even greater sense of depth.

It’s an exciting decoration that makes you want to ask, “How many days until Sports Day?”

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An Origami Wreath for the Bean-Throwing Game

Sports Day Origami Wreath: Beanbag Toss

An Origami Wreath for the Bean-Throwing Game

Decorate your room or entryway! Here are ideas for an origami wreath featuring a beanbag toss.

Making a wreath with a sports day theme sounds so fun, doesn’t it? This time, let’s create a charming wreath showing an adorable bear wearing a hat and playing a beanbag toss.

Each step is simple, but since you’ll assemble the finished pieces to complete the wreath, it’s best to pay attention to the balance as you put it together.

Feel free to customize it as you work!

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A mobile made with your favorite characters

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A mobile made with your favorite characters

Why not decorate the room with your children’s favorite characters? You can use characters from anime or games as materials, or—if characters aren’t allowed at your school—use animals or picture books they love instead! Once you’ve chosen the materials, print them out on a computer.

Also print one reversed copy so you can glue the front and back together.

Laminate the finished pieces and cut them out, then punch holes so you can attach strings.

Try decorating them like a mobile, using branches the children found in the yard or during outdoor activities.

Swaying gently in the pleasant spring breeze, they’ll look absolutely lovely.

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giant ball rolling

Sports Day Origami Wreath ~Ball Rolling~ origami

giant ball rolling

Of course, not only in kindergartens and daycares but also from elementary through junior high school, the giant ball roll has long been loved as the star event of sports days.

Working together to roll the big ball was exciting at any age, wasn’t it? It’s highly recommended to turn that giant ball roll into a wall decoration.

The big advantage of using it as a wall display is, above all, how easy it is to make.

You can complete it just by cutting out a circle from paper.

However, if it’s only that, people won’t know what it represents, so be sure to make at least two characters who are rolling the ball.

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Recommended Sports Day wall decoration ideas for daycare centers and kindergartens (21–30)

flags of all nations

[Sports Day/Wall Decorations] Craft project for preschool: children in gym uniforms holding pom-poms with national flags

flags of all nations

No matter whether it’s an elementary or junior high school, the classic decoration you’ll see at any sports day is the string of international flags.

These bunting flags line up the national flags of various countries, and they pair perfectly with wall decorations.

Their biggest strength is that they’re simple yet festive.

Since national flags have straightforward designs, they don’t take much effort to make.

Plus, they’re colorful, so they instantly make the wall pop.

Another convenient point is that you can find ready-made versions at general stores.

They’re cost-effective too, so they’re recommended for anyone who just wants to add some color to a wall for now!

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