[Elementary School] Indoor Games and Recreational Activities Recommended for Upper Primary Grades

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This is a Werewolf-style game that incorporates real movement, played by setting up multiple rooms such as classrooms and a gym.

The basic rules are similar to standard Werewolf, but a distinctive feature is that during the night phase, the werewolves carry out attacks by secretly tapping citizens or lovers on the back with a finger.

Because players actually move around, the tension and sense of realism increase dramatically.

During the deduction phase, players need keen insight to spot subtle inconsistencies in expressions and behavior, allowing for an intellectual battle of wits that sets it apart from simple tag.

Using multiple rooms creates an authentic atmosphere, transforming the classroom into a game stage.

It’s also recommended as a recreation activity that boosts children’s discussion skills.

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The cup game that requires cooperation

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You can only clear the game if everyone who joins works together! Here’s an idea for a cooperation-required cup game.

It’s great for strengthening class unity and building bonds.

It also takes little prep, so give it a try.

All you need are paper cups, a rubber band, and strings.

Tie one string per participant to the rubber band and you’re ready to go! Aim to clear the challenge by arranging or stacking the paper cups.

The key is controlling your strength!

Air Cannon Slack Out

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How about enjoying the well-known “Strike Out” game from variety shows right at home, indoors? By making an air cannon out of a plastic bottle, even elementary school kids can safely join the fun! You can also easily create the strike-out targets by cutting and shaping a plastic board.

It could be fun to have everyone make the game together while preparing for a party.

Above all, building it as a class will not only make you feel more attached to the game, but also strengthen your bonds!

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This is a variation of rock-paper-scissors called “Green Peas.” When players shout “Green Peas,” they play rock-paper-scissors; the winner then chants, in rhythm, the hand they won with and the hand they will play next.

The names are: rock = “Gurin,” scissors = “Chorin,” paper = “Parin.” For example, if you win with rock and plan to play scissors next, you chant: “Gurin, Gurin, Chorin.” In the case of a tie, players say “Don!”—whoever says it first wins.

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Let’s have fun with bouncing balloons!

Just add a small twist to a balloon and it becomes fun! Here’s an idea to enjoy a bouncing balloon.

One of the charms of balloons is how they drift on the wind and float down slowly even when tossed high.

This time, let’s add a simple tweak to make a balloon that bounces with a pop-pop and play with it.

All you need is a balloon, vinyl tape, and scissors.

Once you inflate the balloon, wrap vinyl tape around the knot in a spiral—and you’re done! You might even be able to use the bouncy balloon for activities like volleyball, basketball, or other recreational games.

Cup Ball Relay

You only need two items to prepare! Here’s an idea for a Cup-and-Ball Relay.

The movements are simple, but it’s surprisingly tricky—exactly why it gets exciting.

Give the Cup-and-Ball Relay a try! You’ll need paper cups and colored balls.

It’s helpful to increase or decrease the number of paper cups based on how the children are doing.

You use one colored ball per lane, but if you plan to add more lanes, having about five on hand will give you peace of mind.

The rule is simple: place the colored ball on top of a lined-up paper cup and move it along, cup by cup.

Definitely give it a try!

Shooting Catch

Play with scrap materials and colorful balls! Here’s a fun idea for a shooting-and-catch game.

Many schools are probably engaged in SDGs initiatives and recycling activities.

Try creating an opportunity to deepen learning while playing with children using repurposed materials.

You’ll need toilet paper rolls, colorful balls, and a tray.

Stand the toilet paper rolls upright and place a colorful ball on top of each one.

Then slide the tray along the floor to knock over the rolls and catch the balls on the tray—it’s a fun and exciting game!

Tissue Catch

Have fun in pairs! Here are some ideas for a Tissue Catch game.

As the name suggests, it’s a game where you catch a tissue.

Catching a tissue as it gently floats downward is surprisingly tricky.

One person drops a tissue from a high position, and the other tries to catch it.

Once you get the hang of it, you can make it more challenging—and exciting—by using tools like tongs or chopsticks.

Give it a try!

Plastic bottle balancing game

Here’s an idea for a plastic-bottle balance game that’s perfect for small-group icebreakers! On party days or recreation days, kids tend to be extra excited, right? This game is great to use at those times.

You’ll need a large plastic bottle, a utility knife, vinyl tape, and about 20 plastic bottle caps.

Cut off the top portion of the large bottle and wrap the cut edge with vinyl tape—that’s all the prep! Players take turns dropping bottle caps into the bottle; the person who knocks the bottle over loses.

It’s a simple game that also lets you see different aspects of the kids’ personalities, making it extra fun.

Ball Scissor Relay

Can’t stop laughing!? Here’s a fun idea for a “ball-squeeze relay.” It’s perfect for those who want to run an activity in a large space like a gym or schoolyard.

All you need are balls and cones or markers to indicate the start and finish.

Pair up in teams of two, use your bodies to hold the ball in place, and aim for the goal.

If you touch the ball with your hands or drop it, you simply restart from that spot.

It’s a simple game, and because it’s a relay, you’ll feel the excitement and suspense as you play.