Hidden talents even elementary school kids can do! A collection of performance ideas that will liven up any event
At school events or gatherings with friends, you might feel stuck when someone says, “Show us a party trick!” But don’t worry! There are plenty of simple acts that even elementary schoolers can do, like magic tricks using everyday items, playing the recorder you learned in class, or traditional skills like string figures and spinning tops.
Here, we’ll introduce lots of easy tricks that will wow everyone with just a little practice.
We’ve gathered a wide range—from things you can try with friends to quick solo acts—so find the one that suits you best!
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Hidden talents even elementary schoolers can do! A collection of act ideas to liven up events (11–20)
A classroom-relatable skit
There are certain things at school that make everyone go, “So true!” right? Like the crushing sleepiness after school lunch or after swimming class, or the way the person whose attendance number matches the date always gets called on… How about putting on a short skit that showcases those school ‘relatable moments’? It’s a great idea to include not only things every elementary school student has probably experienced, but also quirks unique to your own school.
Doing impressions of distinctive teachers could be fun, too! Since the skit is built around shared experiences, it’s sure to get natural laughs from the audience.
Magic
Even as an elementary school student, you can amaze your friends with simple magic tricks.
With familiar items like a pencil-bending trick or making a coin vanish, anyone can give it a try.
Don’t worry—if you search online, you’ll quickly find how to practice.
When choosing tricks, pick ones that are easy for the audience to understand and easy for you to practice.
If you start practicing a little today, by tomorrow’s recess you might already be a little magician who entertains everyone in your class.
CupsNEW!
Cups performed to fun music and a pleasant rhythm is a recommended act that can liven up the entire venue.
In this video, we introduce a cups routine to “Doraemon” sung by Gen Hoshino.
You’ll keep the beat using hand claps and two paper cups.
If you’re doing it with a large group, lining up side by side at long tables makes it easier to stay in sync.
In addition to well-known anime theme songs, you could also use songs that were hits at the sports festival or trending tracks.
Encourage the audience to sing along or clap their hands to get the whole venue excited!
Funny parody song
In this video, they humorously arrange a parody of the song “Tsubasa wo Kudasai.” With parodies, if you don’t choose a clear theme and make the lyrics straightforward, it can be hard to tell what you’re trying to say.
It’s probably best not to use songs that are too fast, and to write the lyrics in simple, easy-to-catch words so they’re easier to understand.
Rhythm Jump Rope
Rhythm jump rope is also famous thanks to Angola Muracho from the comedy duo Nyanko Star.
It involves jumping rope lightly as if dancing, with music playing.
Unlike competing in jump rope tricks like double unders or the Hayabusa, this style is popular because anyone who can do regular jump rope can master it with a little practice.
It looks flashy, so it really energizes the crowd.
Pantomime showNEW!
Here’s an idea for a charming pantomime show! A performance that conveys stories and emotions using only body movements, without words, stimulates imagination and expressive ability.
With comical motions and surprising staging, smiles naturally spread and the audience is effortlessly drawn in.
As you immerse yourself in the world on stage, one of the best parts is the joy of understanding a story through movement and the fun of communicating nonverbally.
For children, too, it becomes a valuable time to experience a world of expression that’s hard to find in everyday life, so be sure to take inspiration from it.
Party tricks even elementary school kids can do! A collection of performance ideas that liven up events (21–30)
Flash Anzan
Flash mental arithmetic is where you add numbers that appear one after another on the screen.
You may have seen people with amazing records doing flash mental arithmetic on TV or YouTube—they accurately calculate numbers displayed at a speed so fast it’s hard to even follow with your eyes, which is truly astonishing.
Flash mental arithmetic is a type of abacus-based mental calculation, where the person performs abacus operations in their head, so it seems best to start by mastering how to use a soroban (abacus).
