[List] A roundup of games and recreational activities kids love

Exercise play using balloons

Exercise play using “Puchi Balloon”

Let’s try playing with a variety of movements using a parachute (paraballoon)! For example, place crumpled newspaper or paper balls on top of the parachute and shake it to bounce them around—this move is called “popcorn.” You can also dash under the parachute while the teacher lifts it up, or crawl under it when it’s laid flat on the ground—those sound fun too.

Rather than deciding on a specific activity, start by freely touching and exploring the parachute.

For these kinds of games, a mini-sized parachute is recommended.

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Ring bee

Recreation ideas for children’s clubs that kids from lower to upper elementary grades can enjoy: the Ringbee Game

This activity involves using a ring made of rubber sponge with a large hole in the center to enjoy a rally like a game of catch.

The key point is that it’s made of a soft material, making it a safer tool with less risk of injury compared to a flying disc.

Since both sides are flat, unlike a flying disc it doesn’t generate lift, so you’ll need to figure out a throwing technique that makes it reach your partner.

Also, because there’s a hole in the middle, it could be fun to get creative not only with how you throw it but also with how you catch it.

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[Rock-Paper-Scissors] Let’s have fun from preschoolers to elementary schoolers! Great for large-group indoor play.

Grow bigger when you win at rock-paper-scissors! Here’s an idea for a Growth Rock-Paper-Scissors game.

Start in a crawling pose like a baby! Each time you win, you “grow”: from a crouching child to a standing adult.

You can play one-on-one, of course, but it’s also great fun with a large group.

To keep it fresh, try tweaking the pose you strike when you level up, or set rules like not playing rock-paper-scissors with the same person consecutively.

That way, everyone can enjoy it without getting bored!

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Jintori Rock-Paper-Scissors [Elementary School Physical Education • Body-Building Activities]

Let’s move our bodies and play! Here’s an idea for a territory-taking rock-paper-scissors game.

Two players face off; if you win, take three steps forward, and if it’s a tie, both take one step, racing toward the goal.

It’s fun to see each person get creative—taking big strides or making big jumps to move ahead! You can also customize the rock-paper-scissors itself, like using your whole body for “body rock-paper-scissors” or using your feet for “foot rock-paper-scissors.” It’s a great way to have fun while inventing ideas together with the kids.