[Parent-Child Rec] Recreational activities and games for parents and children to enjoy together—also great for sports days.

Shiritori Balance Butt Sumo

Shiritori Balance Butt Sumo - Lynn M•A•O, Kaede Hondo, Saori Ōnishi

This is a recreation game that combines shiritori (a Japanese word-chain game) with a one-legged balance butt-sumo, enjoyable for kids and adults alike.

Two players stand back-to-back, lift one leg, and start the shiritori.

As you answer, you also push against each other with your hips as if bumping the opponent away.

If you put your raised foot down, step out of the boundary, or otherwise lose balance, you lose.

Of course, you also lose if your word in shiritori ends with “n.” It trains your core, exercises your mind, and can be played in a small space, so it’s easy to enjoy anywhere!

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Safe baseball

How to enjoy baseball safely! Get excited with simple gear. With this, you can play baseball to your heart’s content at the park! \(^o^)/

Let’s play using soft materials! Here’s a safe baseball idea.

When you think of baseball, you probably imagine wooden or metal bats and cork-filled balls.

But when playing with preschoolers or kids who aren’t familiar with baseball, how about enjoying the game with soft equipment? Use a pool noodle cut in half as the bat, and a ball made by crumpling newspaper.

Give it a try!

Indoor basketball hoop craft

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Let’s play with a handmade basketball set! Here are some ideas for crafting an indoor basketball hoop.

After watching Olympic basketball, many kids probably started admiring the players, right? This time, let’s try making an indoor basketball game you can build and play with.

You’ll need two hangers, yarn, cardboard, scissors, and more.

It’s great because the steps are simple.

This is also a recommended idea for when you want to get moving indoors!

Cardboard Badminton

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Let’s have fun using recycled materials! Here’s an idea for cardboard badminton.

When you think of badminton, you use a racket and a shuttlecock, right? This time, let’s make both pieces of equipment using scrap materials you can find at home, like cardboard.

What you’ll need: cardboard, an A4-size clear plastic file, tissue paper, a permanent marker, tape, a ruler, scissors, and more.

The way the shuttlecock spins around as it falls is unique and really fun to watch!

Parent-child gymnastics surfing

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Let’s join in while training your sense of balance! Here are some ideas for parent–child gymnastics surfing.

First, the parent lies down on their stomach.

The child gently stands on top.

Since the body will wobble, it’s good to stretch both arms out to keep balance.

Once you get used to it, try adjusting the parent’s body height or moving like a wave so the kids won’t get bored.

When trying it for the first time, it’s best to do it in an environment with a mat or futon laid out.

Balloon Soccer

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Great for first-time soccer players! Here are some balloon soccer ideas.

Many parents may want to enjoy soccer together with their children.

This is a recommended idea when you’re unsure where to start playing soccer.

All you need is a balloon.

First, use the balloon as a stand-in for a ball and get used to the rules.

It’s good to help kids get a feel for body movement and eye coordination through activities like juggling with the thighs or toes and heading with the head.

Three-legged race

Parent-child event: three-legged race

Moving your body together as a parent and child makes for a very fulfilling time.

The three-legged race is one of those great activities.

A parent and child tie their legs together and aim for the finish line while synchronizing their movements.

Matching your steps fosters cooperation and offers a good chance to sense each other’s rhythm.

Plus, laughing together through the game—and even laughing when you occasionally tumble—strengthens the parent-child bond even more.

This activity, which you can enjoy not only at sports days but also in everyday life, may help you discover new sides of each other.