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[Childcare] Have fun even on rainy days! Indoor play ideas

9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

When rainy days continue, we end up spending more time indoors, don’t we?

Many teachers at nurseries and kindergartens may be wondering, “What should we play with the children today?” and running out of indoor activity ideas.

So this time, we’re introducing recommended indoor play ideas for rainy days.

From activities that get kids moving, like circuit play and mat play, to group games that let them enjoy interacting with friends, as well as rainy-day crafts and unique sensory play, we’ve packed in a wide variety of ideas!

Have a blast together with the curious and energetic children!

[Childcare] Enjoy Rainy Days Too! Indoor Play Ideas (71–80)

Treasure Hunt Game

[Showdown] Loser gets the giant balloon punishment! We tried a treasure hunt game in a room with 1,000 balloons!

Treasure Hunt Game

A treasure hunt game is an indoor activity that children can enjoy together with their preschool teachers.

After confirming the room is safe, hide items that children will love so they can freely explore.

By searching for and finding the treasures, they can experience fun and a sense of accomplishment.

Watching them wander around looking here and there is heartwarming.

If they’re struggling and say, “I can’t find it!” the teacher should offer support and search together with them.

A treasure hunt game is a charming activity that can be enjoyed with childcare workers.

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In conclusion

We introduced ideas for indoor activities that are perfect for rainy days.

From games that get kids moving to activities that let them focus quietly, there were plenty of ideas to keep children excited and fully engaged.

By adjusting the content to suit their age and developmental stage, everyone—from babies to kindergarteners—can enjoy them! Even on rainy days, it would be great to use a variety of play ideas to stimulate children’s senses and help them spend a fulfilling time.