Popularity ranking of recreational activities for children
We introduce kids’ recreational activities in a ranked list.
From indoor and outdoor play to large-group activities for schools and events, we’ve gathered the most popular options among the kinds of recreation kids love.
If you’re thinking, “There are so many activities that I don’t know which ones are popular,” or “I want to learn lots of different games,” be sure to check out this article.
Research the most popular activities and enjoy a great time with the kids!
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Recreation Popularity Rankings for Children (51–60)
Squeeze57rank/position
How about squishies as prizes for a kids’ club event? Their soft, squeezable feel and bright, colorful designs will captivate children.
If they’re shaped like foods or characters, they’re fun to look at, too.
They come in a portable size, so kids can play with them anytime, anywhere.
There are DIY kits as well, so it could be fun for everyone to make them together.
They’re said to be good for young children’s development, too.
They’re inexpensive and easy to find, making them perfect as prizes.
You can already picture the kids’ smiling faces!
Thunder Game58rank/position
The indoor play game I’m introducing this time is the “Thunder Game.” Here’s how to play: the children lie on their backs on the floor while the teacher makes a rumbling thunder sound.
At the cue “BOOM,” the children quickly flip onto their stomachs to protect their belly buttons.
It’s up to the teacher when to give the “BOOM” cue! The kids will be on the edge of their seats, wondering when they’ll hear it.
It sounds like a fun activity to enjoy with children indoors during winter, and it can help boost their reaction speed, too.
Be sure to add it to your play repertoire!
Tail tag game59rank/position
One of the best games for training reflexes is said to be “Tail Tag.” In this game, players try to snatch towels that stand in for tails.
Unlike regular tag, the roles of chaser and chased switch rapidly, so you have to assess the situation instantly.
By the way, if you play Tail Tag as a team competition, it also helps build teamwork and strategic thinking.
If you don’t have towels, you can substitute by tucking surveyor’s tape into your pants.
You can even use the tape colors to divide into teams.
Hello Kitty60rank/position
Hello Kitty is beloved by children and adults in Japan, and her popularity has spread around the world.
This origami can be completed with simple folds.
First, fold a white sheet of origami paper into a triangle and fold the corners toward the center.
Fold the left and right corners.
Next, fold down the top corner, then lift the bottom corner upward to form the ears.
Fold the tips of the ears to make small triangles.
Turn it over, then fold back the cheek areas to adjust the shape.
Add a ribbon made from red origami paper, and enjoy drawing the face together with your child.
Recreation Popularity Rankings for Children (61–70)
rifle61rank/position
Rifles are a classic weapon in manga, anime, and movies, and their long barrels convey a sense of power.
This piece shows how to create a rifle—with that stylish image—by combining origami units.
The process involves assembling rectangular sheets and narrow tubes of folded paper.
Each part has gaps that allow other parts to pass through, which increases overall strength.
Real rifles tend to be a single color, but it’s recommended to make the parts in different colors so the sections that interlock are easier to understand.
Because you’ll be combining many complex parts, making crisp creases and shaping each piece precisely is key to a beautiful final result.
What is the southernmost island in Japan?62rank/position
- Yonaguni Island
- Minamitorishima
- Okinotorishima
See the answer
Okinotorishima
The island located at the southernmost point of Japan is Okinotorishima, which belongs to Ogasawara Village, Tokyo. It lies about 1,700 km from central Tokyo and about 1,000 km from Chichijima in the Ogasawara Islands, and has drawn attention for its diverse fish and valuable marine minerals. By the way, among the other options, Yonaguni Island is known as Japan’s westernmost point, and Minamitorishima is known as Japan’s easternmost island, so keep those in mind for other quiz questions as well.
Rock-Paper-Scissors Train63rank/position
It’s a game where you play rock-paper-scissors with someone nearby, and the loser lines up behind the winner to form a train.
The person who never loses rock-paper-scissors gets to lead the long train at the end! In this game, music is played by default, and when the music stops, you play rock-paper-scissors.
As long as you can play rock-paper-scissors, you can enjoy the game, so any elementary school student can join.
The rules are simple, but it gets surprisingly exciting, so it’s recommended when you want to enjoy a game with a large group!
