[Play Right Away!] Exciting Recreation Games Recommended for Elementary School Students

[Tag] Keep holding hands and try to escape!

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This is a variation of tag that tests teamwork and cooperation: everyone runs away from the tagger while holding hands.

The runners must keep holding hands as they flee, and the tagger chases them to make them let go.

For safety—since forcing hands apart could cause injuries—it’s recommended to use a foam rod or similar; if it touches a player’s hand, they have to let go.

It’s also a fun challenge because coordinating to run in the same direction without getting caught can be surprisingly difficult, which really livens up the game.

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Cat and Mouse

Physical play to enhance children's motor skills: 4. Cat and Mouse (Mouse Trap)

“Cat and Mouse” is a recommended game for developing motor skills.

First, divide into two groups: “cats” and “mice.” The mice try to escape by slipping through the gaps in the circle formed by the cats holding hands.

Partway through, switch the roles of cats and mice and do the same thing.

In the end, the team that manages to get more mice to escape outside the circle wins.

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What time is it,Mr.Wolf？

It’s a game that’s like an English version of the classic Japanese game “Daruma-san ga koronda,” with the added twist of listening for numbers—that’s the key point.

Players gradually move forward while asking the Wolf for the time, and the gameplay changes depending on what you have to do before it reaches seven o’clock.

If the rule is to put a card in the basket in front of the Wolf and get back before seven, you can also enjoy the strategy of avoiding being tagged, so I recommend it.

Since mishearing a number increases the risk, staying focused on listening might be important, too.

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Hoop Tail Grab

Let me introduce a thrilling hoop tail-tag game.

Attach a tail to your backside and try to escape within a hula hoop so it doesn’t get taken.

If your tail is taken, the game is over.

Since the space inside the hula hoop is limited, the key is to move your body cleverly to avoid having your tail grabbed.

It may be even more exciting if you set a time limit or prepare extra hula hoops.

If you increase the number of hula hoops, it’s also recommended to add more taggers.

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Treasure-catching game

@kidschallengeclubLupin the Third Theme (High Quality) – Sound Works

Who will win, the police or the thieves? Here’s an idea for a treasure-grabbing game.

Through the roles of thieves and police, players can work with teammates to devise and execute strategies while developing quick decision-making skills—it’s a fun game! The thieves sneak past the police to carry the treasure, while the police run around to catch the thieves.

With a perfect balance of competition and cooperation, kids will burn off energy while getting totally absorbed in play.

The rules are simple, and everyone who joins the game will feel the thrill and excitement!

Newspaper race

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♬ Athletic Meet “Heaven and Hell” (No Introduction) – Shinonome

Move your body while sitting? A brand-new kind of footrace! Here’s an idea for a newspaper footrace.

A footrace normally means a short-distance race where you run as fast as you can.

Usually, it’s done by running from a set starting point to a finish line, but this time, let’s try a unique version where you compete while seated: the newspaper footrace.

Once you’ve taped sheets of newspaper together into a long strip, you’re ready.

Spread the newspaper out long from underneath the chair, and using only the strength of your legs, pull the newspaper back under the chair.

It’s trickier than you might think, so give it a try!

Drop the Handkerchief

Folklore Play Newspaper #9: “Drop the Handkerchief”

Here’s a handkerchief-drop game you can play with just one handkerchief.

Sit in a circle facing inward and choose one person to be “it.” The person who is “it” holds the handkerchief and walks around the outside of the circle, then secretly drops it behind someone.

The person it’s dropped behind should get up, run around the outside of the circle, and try to tag “it.” If “it” manages to sit in the empty spot first, the person who had the handkerchief dropped behind them becomes the new “it.” When dropping the handkerchief, it’s best to drop it around the person’s back so they notice it.

The last person remaining wins! Give it a try.

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