Fun Indoor Games for Elementary School Kids Without Any Equipment

Guess the person game

A recommended guessing game for deepening communication is one where participants get lively conversation going and make new discoveries about each other.

The person posing the question should first choose a very well-known person as the subject.

The respondents ask the questioner about what kind of person it might be while imagining the answer, and the questioner should reply only with “yes” or “no.” If it’s too difficult, it’s also helpful to give simple hints, such as the person’s gender or a basic characteristic.

Set a time limit, and try it as individual or team play, adjusting to the ages of the group.

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Lip-sync song guessing game

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The lip-sync song guessing game is something even people who love listening to music but aren’t confident singing can enjoy, and it works well at workplaces or schools.

The presenter picks a song, then lip-syncs it—paying close attention to intonation and rhythm—without making any sound.

The guessers carefully watch the presenter’s mouth and facial expressions to figure out what song it is.

At first, it’s best to choose familiar songs that everyone knows.

Once everyone gets the hang of it, you can make the game more exciting by shortening the sung sections or speeding up the delivery.

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Fun for elementary school kids too! The Rule Game

[Game for Elementary Schoolers to Enjoy] Pattern Game

A “rule game” where you infer the underlying rule and answer.

For example, raise your index finger and say, “This is 1.” Next, raise your index and middle fingers and say, “This is 2.” Finally, raise your index, middle, and ring fingers and say, “This is 3.” Then raise only your index finger and ask, “What is this?” Most participants will probably answer “1,” but the correct answer is “3.” The rule isn’t the shape of the fingers; it’s the demonstratives: “this is, this is, this.” Try coming up with various problems and have fun with it.

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Team Competition! True or False Game

It’s a game where you place your team’s marks on a grid, aiming to be the first to line up three marks before the opposing team.

Since you switch to the next person after placing a mark, it also tests your ability to read your teammates’ intentions.

You can have at most three marks on the grid; after that, you can only move them, which adds room for tactical mind games.

Even if it’s hard to decide where to place a mark, the game can still heat up because a fast relay can create opportunities.

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It varies by region! Okinawa’s Finger-Number Game

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It seems that Yubi-suma is a game whose name changes depending on the region in Japan.

There are versions called “Yubi-suma,” “Issē no se,” and “Ichi nī no,” among others.

Incidentally, in Okinawa some places call it “Chībaru.” Of course, even within Okinawa there are areas that say “Issē no se.” How about trying Yubi-suma using a chant from a region other than your own? It might be fun to decide which chant to use by drawing lots.

By the way, it’s said that the reason it’s called Yubi-suma is that it spread nationwide after being featured on a SMAP TV program.

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Nostalgic finger guessing game!

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A game whose name changes depending on the region: Yubi-suma (Thumbs Up).

It’s said that there are many region-specific calls besides Yubi-suma, too.

The rules are: make fists with both hands and hold them out in front.

Decide the order, and when it’s your turn, say a call like “Yubi-suma, one!” or “Issē no, two!” All players then raise the thumb(s) from one or both fists.

If the number of thumbs raised matches the number you called, you can pull back one of your hands.

The first person to pull back both hands wins.

In some regions, there’s even a rule that allows choosing not to raise any thumbs.

It might only be a brief moment, but waiting to see how many thumbs go up is a real nail-biter.

It’s a simple game, but kids really get into it.

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Jump, everyone!

[Recreation] Everyone Jump!! Various versions. Gymnastics class

It’s a game where everyone forms a circle, holds hands, and jumps in different directions.

Jumping helps develop concentration and a sense of balance.

By moving while listening to the teacher’s instructions, children can build their listening skills and their ability to think about how to move.

When calling out, speak clearly, loudly, and energetically.

Let’s enjoy jump play together—moving our heads as we jump and trying things like hopping on one foot or jumping with both feet.

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