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[For Elementary School Students] Recommended Recreational Activities to Enjoy at a Farewell Party

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Even if children don’t feel a strong sense of farewell at kindergarten or nursery school graduation ceremonies, many of them truly experience saying goodbye for the first time at their elementary school graduation, which can make them feel sad and lonely.

In this article, we introduce fun recreation ideas that will liven up a farewell party held before elementary school graduation.

We’ve gathered ideas for a variety of formats—such as graduates taking the lead in enjoying games, or underclassmen and teachers presenting songs and dances—so everyone can have a good time.

We hope the farewell party becomes a cherished memory that stays in the children’s hearts.

[For Elementary School Students] Recommended Recreational Activities to Enjoy at Farewell Parties (31–40)

Three fail-safe activities that are guaranteed to get everyone excited

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Three fail-safe activities that are guaranteed to get everyone excited

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Here are three games that are guaranteed to get everyone hyped.

First is the “Rhythm Game”! Pick a theme, and only clap twice when you hear a word that matches it.

If you clap after a word that doesn’t fit the theme, you’re out.

Be careful not to clap by mistake in the heat of the moment.

The second game is “San-Ken Hoi!!”.

Everyone shows some fingers, and the first person to correctly call out the total number of fingers wins.

The third game is the “Clan Game.” Choose your own name, then make eye contact with someone and play rock-paper-scissors.

If you win, your name is passed to the person who lost.

In the end, the person who has spread their name to the most people is the winner.

Consider the difficulty level and group size, and pick the perfect game for your crowd!

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Gorilla Game

[Class Activity] Guaranteed to Succeed, Laugh-Out-Loud! Gorilla Game

Gorilla Game

Let me introduce a game that will have your class roaring with laughter: the Gorilla Game.

Choose one child in the classroom, and have them answer every question from the questioner with the word “Gorilla.” For example, if the question is, “What did you eat for breakfast today?” the child answers, “Gorilla.” Of course, the questioner should react with a funny comeback to the “Gorilla” answer.

This back-and-forth will make the kids burst into laughter.

Make sure the final question sets up a punchline.

Also, the questioner’s reactions are key—add some facial expressions to make it even more exciting.

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Instrumental ensemble

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Instrumental ensemble

If your whole class wants to put on a presentation together, how about trying an instrumental ensemble? Those of you in the upper grades have probably done it a few times already, but since this is a special opportunity, try picking a slightly more challenging piece from among your favorite songs.

Of course, the practice will be tough, but the thrill when the music comes together beautifully is truly amazing, and working as a group on a single piece will become a wonderful memory.

It won’t succeed without unity, so I think it will also be a great chance to improve communication.

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NG word game

[Immediate Ejection] If we do a “Say an NG word and you’re out” talk show, who will be the last one standing?!

NG word game

An NG Word Game where you hold a conversation without using the forbidden word written on your card.

Stick your own NG word on your forehead or another part of your face so you can’t see it, and carry on a normal conversation while watching how others react.

If you accidentally say your NG word, you’re out, which creates both tension and laughter.

Part of the fun is the strategy—friends at school can probe each other or casually try to make someone say their NG word.

It’s a game where people who love talking and those who are good listeners can each make the most of their strengths, helping everyone grow closer through conversation.

It’s a perfect, high-energy activity that makes great memories for farewell parties, too.

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Shiritori with “〇〇”

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Shiritori with “〇〇”

“Themed Shiritori” is a fun game that gets more exciting by adding a theme to the classic shiritori.

For example, choosing familiar themes like “sweets shiritori” or “things found at school shiritori” makes words easier to come up with, so the game moves along quickly.

Its charm is that you can enjoy it over and over by freely changing the theme.

You can also make it more interesting by adding small rules like “only words with three or more characters” or “katakana words only.” If someone is stuck, you can give hints or think together, making it a cooperative activity.

It’s a lively, versatile recreation that’s great for group fun.

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[For Elementary School Students] Recommended Recreational Activities to Enjoy at Farewell Parties (41–50)

Intro Quiz

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Intro Quiz

An intro quiz where you play only the first few seconds of popular songs and guess the title and artist.

If you pick recent anime songs or tracks often played at school, participants are more likely to know them and find it easier to answer.

It gets even more exciting as a team competition where friends work together, creating a sense of unity.

The joy of recognizing a song and the thrill that makes you hum along will fill the venue with a bright, fun atmosphere.

It’s the perfect recreation for those who want to spend the final farewell with lots of smiles.

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Team Battle Tic-Tac-Toe

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Here’s a game where you line up circles and crosses.

Split into two teams and give it a try.

There’s a 3×3 grid of empty squares.

One person from each team takes turns placing a circle or a cross card in a square.

The team that lines up three in a row—diagonally, vertically, or horizontally—wins.

Try to outwit each other so your opponent can’t make a line of three.

The real charm of this game is the battle of wits as offense and defense unfold.

It’s a simple game, but completing a line of three brings a special kind of joy.

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