Elementary School Fun Day a Big Hit! Indoor Game Idea Collection

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Jintori Rock-Paper-Scissors [Elementary School Physical Education • Body-Building Activities]

There are many ways to play territory-taking with rock-paper-scissors.

In the method shown in the video, only the winner gets to advance, but there are other versions where if you lose, you go back to the end of the line and start over; you run along lines and play rock-paper-scissors when you bump into an opponent; or you designate a “king,” and players who lost and are sitting down can be revived if the king touches them.

It’s nice that it adds physical movement to regular rock-paper-scissors.

Be sure to try out various rock-paper-scissors territory games!

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Let’s have fun with bouncing balloons!

Just add a small twist to a balloon and it becomes fun! Here’s an idea to enjoy a bouncing balloon.

One of the charms of balloons is how they drift on the wind and float down slowly even when tossed high.

This time, let’s add a simple tweak to make a balloon that bounces with a pop-pop and play with it.

All you need is a balloon, vinyl tape, and scissors.

Once you inflate the balloon, wrap vinyl tape around the knot in a spiral—and you’re done! You might even be able to use the bouncy balloon for activities like volleyball, basketball, or other recreational games.

Cup Ball Relay

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Hello! This is Soramame Kids, the Language Classroom 😊 Today’s featured activity is the Cup Ball Relay 🌟 The goals of this activity are: • Eye–hand teamwork (hand–eye coordination) • Moving slowly and carefully • Controlling the amount of force It’s surprisingly easy for the ball to fall, so adjusting your strength is tricky 🤣 Form a few lines and race—it’s lots of fun 🎵 Give it a try! 🌈Kotoba no Kyoushitsu Soramame Kids#SoramameKids# developmental support (ryōiku)#KagoshimaRehabilitationChild Development SupportAfter-school day service#Indoor PlayBall playpaper cup

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You only need two items to prepare! Here’s an idea for a Cup-and-Ball Relay.

The movements are simple, but it’s surprisingly tricky—exactly why it gets exciting.

Give the Cup-and-Ball Relay a try! You’ll need paper cups and colored balls.

It’s helpful to increase or decrease the number of paper cups based on how the children are doing.

You use one colored ball per lane, but if you plan to add more lanes, having about five on hand will give you peace of mind.

The rule is simple: place the colored ball on top of a lined-up paper cup and move it along, cup by cup.

Definitely give it a try!

Shooting Catch

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Hello! This is Soramame Kids 😊 Today's activity is called “Shooting Catch”!! All you need are a toilet paper roll, some colored balls, and a plate, and you’re all set ✨ The goals of this activity are: 🌟 controlling force, 🌟 hand–eye coordination, 🌟 a sense of achievement, and 🌟 sharing feelings 🎵 It’s a bit challenging, but when the ball lands on the plate, you get an indescribable sense of accomplishment!! 😆😆✨ Please give it a try, everyone 🎵#SoramameKidsKotoba no Kyoushitsu Soramame Kids# developmental support (ryōiku)#KagoshimaRehabilitationChild Development SupportAfter-school day service#Indoor PlayToilet paperBall play

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Play with scrap materials and colorful balls! Here’s a fun idea for a shooting-and-catch game.

Many schools are probably engaged in SDGs initiatives and recycling activities.

Try creating an opportunity to deepen learning while playing with children using repurposed materials.

You’ll need toilet paper rolls, colorful balls, and a tray.

Stand the toilet paper rolls upright and place a colorful ball on top of each one.

Then slide the tray along the floor to knock over the rolls and catch the balls on the tray—it’s a fun and exciting game!

Tissue Catch

Have fun in pairs! Here are some ideas for a Tissue Catch game.

As the name suggests, it’s a game where you catch a tissue.

Catching a tissue as it gently floats downward is surprisingly tricky.

One person drops a tissue from a high position, and the other tries to catch it.

Once you get the hang of it, you can make it more challenging—and exciting—by using tools like tongs or chopsticks.

Give it a try!

Plastic bottle balancing game

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Hello! This is Kotoba no Kyōshitsu Soramame Kids! This time, it’s a balance game you can play with a plastic bottle♪ You don’t need a cap—use things you already have at home★ Give it a try! 😊#SoramameKidsChild Development SupportAfter-school day service#KagoshimaRehabilitation# developmental support (ryōiku)Easy to preparetranslation#StayHomeTime#HandmadeToys#Indoor PlayParent-child time

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Here’s an idea for a plastic-bottle balance game that’s perfect for small-group icebreakers! On party days or recreation days, kids tend to be extra excited, right? This game is great to use at those times.

You’ll need a large plastic bottle, a utility knife, vinyl tape, and about 20 plastic bottle caps.

Cut off the top portion of the large bottle and wrap the cut edge with vinyl tape—that’s all the prep! Players take turns dropping bottle caps into the bottle; the person who knocks the bottle over loses.

It’s a simple game that also lets you see different aspects of the kids’ personalities, making it extra fun.

Ball Scissor Relay

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A must-see for elementary school teachers! A fun body-building exercise: “Ball Squeeze Relay”!#Mimasaka UniversityElementary school teacherFun exercise

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Can’t stop laughing!? Here’s a fun idea for a “ball-squeeze relay.” It’s perfect for those who want to run an activity in a large space like a gym or schoolyard.

All you need are balls and cones or markers to indicate the start and finish.

Pair up in teams of two, use your bodies to hold the ball in place, and aim for the goal.

If you touch the ball with your hands or drop it, you simply restart from that spot.

It’s a simple game, and because it’s a relay, you’ll feel the excitement and suspense as you play.