Word games you can enjoy with your kids. Let’s learn through play with words!

Rhythm Play

Rhythm Play (Imitation Edition)

Let’s enjoy a “rhythm play” that will get your body moving naturally! Tap your knees twice—ton, ton—and then clap your hands once in front of your chest—pan.

To the rhythm of “ton-ton-pan,” the leader changes the “pan” part and names a body part.

For example, “ton-ton head,” “ton-ton butt,” etc.

Everyone else taps their knees twice and then touches the body part the leader names.

Try to keep up with the rhythm without falling behind! As a fun variation, the leader can say an animal name like “ton-ton monkey!” and everyone can imitate its sound, such as “ton-ton ook-kee!” That would be entertaining too.

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Ball-grabbing game

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Ball-grab game!!! Touch the body part you hear—like “head,” “tummy,” or “knees.” When you hear “Change,” switch places. When you hear “Ball!” …grab the ball. It helps develop quick reactions, decision-making, and listening skills. For trial visits or inquiries, feel free to contact us via our official LINE or by phone. We look forward to hearing from you!After-school day serviceChild Development Supportgroup therapy (for children)/group developmental support#Child Development Support (Japan)#After-school day serviceJoto WardNoe#abaIndoor exerciseRecommendation

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Let’s control our actions by following the instructions we hear! Here’s an idea for a ball-grabbing game.

In this game, while touching the body part instructed by a teacher or guardian, you quickly react to the word “ball” and pick up a ball placed on the floor.

Once the players get used to it, you can increase the number of instruction words.

For example, start with three words like “head,” “tummy,” and “bottom,” and feel free to adjust the rules according to the child’s level of understanding and responsiveness.

Say the same thing, do the opposite game

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Hello! This is Kotoba no Kyoushitsu Soramame Kids 🎵 Today we’re introducing a game with endless ways to play: “Say the Same, Do the Opposite”! 😆💛 The rules are simple! Just like the name says: say the same thing, but do the opposite! 🤣🤣 If you change the rules, the ways to play are infinite∞‼ Try switching it to “Say the Opposite, Do the Same 🎵,” do team battles, individual matches… and more! If you have other ideas like “We tried it this way!”, please share in the comments 😍 Watch till the end of the video to see the goals of the activity 🎵 If you think, “I want to try this♡,” please like, comment, and save! Thanks so much 🥰 Check out our other posts here ↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓ @soramame.senseiKotoba no Kyoushitsu Soramame KidsSoramame Kids Child Development Support Service, After-school Day Service, Kagoshima Therapy, Kagoshima Child Development/After-school Day, Recreation, Indoor Play, Childcare, Education, Nursery Teacher/Early Childhood EducatorTeacher

♪ Original Song – Kotoba no Kyōshitsu Sora Mame Kids – Teacher Sora Mame

It’s simple but tricky—that’s what makes it fun! Here’s an idea for a game where what you say and what you do are opposites.

A teacher or guardian plays the role of the caller, giving directions like forward, backward, left, and right.

The children imitate what the caller says, but perform the opposite movement.

It’s a unique game! At first, it’s best to go slowly and carefully.

Once everyone gets used to it, try speeding up the tempo or adapting it into a three-person team match to make it more exciting.

Anything Basket

[5-year-olds] Anything Basket!

Listen carefully, think carefully, and move! Here’s an idea for a “Anything Basket” game.

Are you familiar with Fruit Basket? In this game, participants are assigned the names of fruits like apple, banana, and orange.

The facilitator calls out, “○○ fruit!” and the children who have that fruit name quickly move to the seats designated for that fruit.

As a variation of Fruit Basket, let’s try “Anything Basket.” It’s a great way to develop good listening skills!

Knock knock knock knock, Grandpa with a beard

[Finger Play] Ton ton ton ton Hige Jiisan (with gestures) [Takashi’s Hand Play & Children’s Songs] Japanese Children’s Song, Finger Play Songs

Clench your hands and let’s play! We’re introducing the hand game “Ton ton ton ton Hige Jiisan.” Many parents and teachers have loved this game since they were little, so it might sound familiar to you, too.

Try playing it with children! It’s fun to clench your hands to the rhythm and transform into different grandpas as you play.

Through the game, kids can develop a sense of rhythm and hand-movement coordination—that’s a key benefit! There’s also a version featuring Anpanman characters that really gets everyone excited.

Be sure to give it a try!

Hiragana Collection Challenge

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Hello! This is Cocoskip. In today’s video, we’re doing a Hiragana Collection Challenge. How many words that fit the theme can we gather? 🧐#cocoskipSkip hereChild Development SupportAfter-school day service#Child Development Support (Japan)#After-school day serviceExercise Therapy#Indoor Play#CocoSkipChallengesimulationPlayHiragana PlayI love the admins.#IWantToBeOnTheRecommendations

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Here’s a Hiragana-collecting challenge that’s fun both solo and with friends.

Spread out cards on the floor, each with a single hiragana character.

Give a prompt, then collect the hiragana cards that fit the prompt to form words.

Get a stopwatch ready and time how many minutes it takes to complete each word.

Start with just one prompt at first, then gradually increase the number of prompt words to make it more exciting.

It’s also a great game for building concentration and critical thinking, so give it a try!

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Hiragana Rearrangement Quiz

[Hiragana Quiz] Brain-training learning for toddlers! An animal quiz where you rearrange 3-letter hiragana [For kids / Kindergarten / Ages 3, 4, 5, 6 / Preschool / Educational video] Sort hiragana

Let’s find the answers within the time limit! Here are ideas for a hiragana rearrangement quiz.

It’s a perfect activity to help kindergarten seniors enjoy getting familiar with hiragana.

Try a quiz where you rearrange three hiragana characters to make the correct word! Set a time limit so everyone can excitedly think of the answers together.

Since kids can study hiragana while playing, they’ll likely stay focused.

Once they get used to it, try increasing the number of characters or shortening the time limit.