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

Kendama Fencing

Let's play kendama fencing! #after-school care #kendama

Let’s play by arranging the game! Here’s an idea for Kendama Fencing.

Fencing is a sport that originated from medieval European chivalry, where two athletes face off one-on-one using swords, right? This time, let’s use kendamas instead of swords.

Split into two teams and keep a distance of about five meters between them.

Choose one player from each team, and have them aim for the opposing team’s side while balancing the ball on the kendama’s cup.

The rule is: when they pass by each other, the player who knocks the opponent’s ball off with their hand advances.

Rock-paper-scissors tail tag

[5-year-olds] Rock-Paper-Scissors Tail Tag

A game that combines two popular activities! Here’s an idea for Rock-Paper-Scissors Tail Tag.

First, set up a home base, then go about 20 meters away and play rock-paper-scissors.

The winner runs back to the base, and the loser tries to grab the winner’s tail before they reach it.

Once everyone gets used to playing one-on-one, switching to team matches can make it even more exciting.

Another fun part of this game is planning strategies with friends or teachers and thinking about how to win as you play.

Give it a try!

Tag Rugby Game

[Tag Rugby] Recommended for Elementary School Kids! Top 5 Rugby Games #shorts #ElementarySchool #TagRugby

Recommended for elementary school students too! Here are some ideas for tag rugby games.

Tag rugby is a sport based on rugby where, instead of tackling the opponent, the game progresses by removing tags attached to the players’ waists.

For example, one of the five play ideas shown in the video is a game where you set up three cones and run laps around them while trying to take your opponent’s tag.

Give them a try and see how they work for you!

Don Janken

[Batting Average 100% Class Activity] Don-Janken | It gets so hyped that it’s almost a problem.

A game everyone can enjoy, from kids to adults! Here’s an idea for “Don Janken.” Split into two teams; the team that reaches the opponent’s territory first wins.

When you do rock-paper-scissors, the chant is “Don janken pon!” This idea requires almost no preparation and works great with large groups—that’s the key recommendation.

However, because players can get too fixated on winning, disputes may arise near the territory line, so it’s best for adults to make the final call on wins and losses.

Give it a try!

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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A recreational activity incorporating parkour

Olympic host city! A unique after-school program that incorporates France-born parkour—jumping, running, vaulting, balancing—learning through play!

Let’s work on improving children’s athletic abilities! Here are some ideas for activities that incorporate parkour.

Parkour is a culture originating in France; by integrating movements like running, jumping, and climbing, it trains the mind and body and aims for artistic movement.

In recent years, we’ve been seeing it more often on social media, haven’t we? This time, let’s create a course using boxes and mats made of soft materials and try parkour.

It’s a wonderful idea that helps children understand weight transfer and how to use their bodies.

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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