Big Kids Club / Card Games Club
Card Games Club
Children learn and teach new games with a standard deck of cards, from simple matching to strategy games. Builds maths, turn-taking and social skills.
How to run it
- Introduce one new card game and play a practice round.
- Set up tables with a deck and a printed rule sheet.
- Children play in small groups, rotating games.
- Invite children to teach a game they know from home.
You will need
- playing cards
- printed rule sheets
Make it easier or harderStart with snap or memory for younger children; older children can try strategy games.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5, Outcome 4Children explain rules and negotiate play, building communication and maths skills.
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