I want to play together on Mother’s Day! A collection of games the whole family can enjoy
The second Sunday in May is Mother’s Day.
Many people give their mom a gift every year on Mother’s Day.
In households with small children, even if everyone wants to do something together, some may be unsure what exactly to do.
So in this article, we’ve gathered games and activities that everyone can enjoy while expressing everyday gratitude to Mom.
These ideas aren’t just for Mother’s Day—they’re also great for Mom’s birthday and other occasions.
Use them as inspiration whenever you want to show your appreciation to your mother.
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Tail Tag Game
For Mother’s Day, let’s get the whole family moving and play together! The tail-grab game involves trying to snatch a long towel or sash attached to someone’s pants as a pretend tail.
If you have a big family or are playing with another family, split into teams and give it a try.
It also works one-on-one, so matches like Mom vs.
Kids or Mom vs.
Dad are recommended.
If you play in a large open space like a park, you’ll get even more exercise, so moms who are short on physical activity can really move their bodies and have fun!
ball toss (traditional Japanese beanbag/ball-throwing game)
It’s a staple event at sports festivals, but you can easily play it at home using everyday items! You can use a laundry basket or an upside-down umbrella as a substitute for the ball-toss basket.
Another option is to cut off the bottom of a laundry net and spread it open.
If you place a piece of cardboard inside the opened section to create a frame, you can set it up so it stays open easily.
Also, if you keep the zipper closed, you won’t have to worry about balls scattering while you play! After you’ve thrown them all in, just open the zipper to take the balls out easily.
It’s perfect for parent-child playtime, so give it a try!
I want to play together on Mother’s Day! A collection of games for the whole family to enjoy (31–40)
Balloon Popping Game
This is a game the whole family can enjoy while getting active.
Once everyone attaches balloons to both of their ankles, you’re ready to go! At the starting signal, try to pop the balloons tied to other people’s ankles.
Do not use needles or any tools.
The only way to pop them is by stepping on them with your foot.
If both of your balloons get popped, you’re out.
The winner is the person who still has at least one balloon left when everyone else’s balloons are gone.
The popping sound might be startling, so please take care with small children.
I wonder what’s inside the bag?
It’s the bag version of the classic variety show game “What’s inside the box?” As long as you can’t see inside, any bag will do, so it’s easier to prepare than a box.
On TV they sometimes put scary creatures inside, but… if you’re playing at home, let’s go a little easier.
30-second guessing game
Prepare a stopwatch and press the start button.
Without looking at the screen, count 30 seconds in your head, then press the stop button at the moment you think, “That’s 30 seconds!” The person closest to the actual 30 seconds wins.
It’s a simple game you can play indoors.
UNO
UNO began as a simplified, more accessible version of the card game Crazy Eights.
Born in the United States in 1971, it has since become a tabletop classic enjoyed around the world.
It’s a card game that’s especially fun with a large group.
Shoe-tossing
It’s a game where the person who throws their shoe the farthest wins.
Because the rules are so simple, competitions are held all over the country, with participants ranging from children to adults.
By the way, the Guinness record for shoe throwing by an adult man is about 36 meters.
Why not take this opportunity to give it a try?