Have fun in childcare! Today’s recommended quizzes and riddles
When there’s some free time at daycare or kindergarten, you probably spend it reading picture books or doing hand games.
And nothing gets kids more excited than a quiz, right?
So today, we’d like to introduce “Today’s Quiz.”
Seasonal quizzes about events like Setsubun or Christmas are fun, but how about trying quizzes related to today during morning circle or free time?
This article updates the quiz every day, so you can easily enjoy it with the children.
It’s a must-see for teachers who want kids to learn what’s special about today and experience the joy of thinking through quizzes!
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Have fun in childcare! Today’s recommended quizzes and riddles (1–10)
Who am I?
@homeltd They enjoy a quiz that's just a bit tricky.ChildcareNursery teacher / Childcare worker#Nursery schoolParenting#ParentingMomChildcare
♬ A warm 6/8 beat march – Sheep Sounds
Let’s use hints to figure out the right answer! Here’s an idea for a “Who am I?” game.
Start the quiz with a rhythmic call-and-response like, “Quiz, quiz!” “What kind of quiz?” Kicking things off to a fun rhythm makes it easy and exciting for everyone to join in.
Narrowing the theme to animals or fish makes it easier to answer and captures children’s interest.
Revealing hints little by little also helps develop their thinking skills.
It’s a great idea that lets kids learn while having fun and deepen their knowledge!
Picture Book Quiz
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Let’s turn the picture book’s characters and key points into a quiz! Here are some ideas for picture book quizzes.
Giving a quiz after reading a picture book aloud is recommended because it helps deepen understanding of the story while having fun learning.
By reviewing the characters and important points of the story, it becomes easier to retain the information.
Simple quiz questions can capture children’s interest and help them enjoy the story more deeply.
Another appealing aspect is that you can enjoy a different quiz for every picture book!
Which one has more?

Let’s compare numbers with illustrations! Here are some ideas for “Which one has more?”—a fun quiz that builds number-comparison skills.
By looking at two illustrations and deciding which has more, children will naturally find it easier to grasp number concepts.
The way to answer is simple and clear—just say, “This one has more!”—so kids can enjoy playing it over and over.
Through the quiz, their concentration and observation skills will also improve.
It’s sure to be a fun first step into learning numbers for children!
Have fun in childcare! Today’s recommended quizzes and riddles (11–20)
Find the hiragana mistakes

There’s one hiragana that’s different! Here’s an idea for a spot-the-mistake game with hiragana.
It’s a quiz you can enjoy as if you were a hiragana detective, searching for the answer! Kids will excitedly look for the mistake with sparkling eyes, asking “Where is it? Which one?”, and they’ll feel a little thrill.
The “Aha!” moment when they find it is irresistible, making it a fun way to learn hiragana.
By noticing each character’s features, it also sticks better in memory—an ideal idea that lets you learn while you play!
Intro Quiz

Let’s guess songs like children’s tunes and anime theme songs! Here are some ideas for an intro quiz.
It’s a wonderful way to play with music using your memory.
By listening to the opening melody and guessing the song’s name, children can develop a deeper interest in music.
It’s great that you can play individually or in teams; competing with friends or classmates lets you enjoy the fun of cooperating, feel the thrill of wins and losses, and get excited together.
You can also adjust the difficulty to match the season or trends, making it a quiz everyone can enjoy!
Odd one out quiz

Have fun with animals, vehicles, and a variety of other themes! Here are some odd-one-out quiz ideas.
By choosing the odd one out from four photos or illustrations, kids can develop their observation and decision-making skills.
By setting a time limit, children can stay focused and enjoy thinking through their answers.
Using hints keeps it from being too difficult, offering just the right level of challenge, and you’ll likely see them striving for a perfect score.
By switching up the themes, they can keep enjoying it without getting bored!
Animal Gesture Quiz

Capture the features and act them out! Here’s an idea for an animal gesture quiz.
It’s a unique game where you communicate answers using only movement—no words allowed! Think, “How does this animal walk?” and use your body to express it, conveying the animal’s traits without speaking.
Humorous gestures like a kangaroo’s hopping or a turtle’s slow shuffle are sure to fill the room with laughter! By remembering each animal’s characteristics, this fun idea lets you learn while playing through the quiz.


