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Around the World Day / Classic Picnic Games

Classic Picnic Games

Children play old-fashioned picnic games such as three-legged races, egg-and-spoon races and sack races.

How to run it

  1. Set up race lanes on grass.
  2. Explain each race and demonstrate it.
  3. Run heats so everyone has a turn.
  4. Celebrate effort and silly moments.

You will need

  • sacks
  • spoons
  • plastic eggs or potatoes
  • fabric ties for legs
  • cones
Make it easier or harderShorten the course for younger children; older children can run relay versions.
SafetyUse soft grass, avoid real eggs and pair children of similar height for three-legged races.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 2Children build coordination and cooperation in classic group games.

Fits these theme days

Around the World DayTeddy Bears' PicnicAthletics CarnivalGreat Race DayPark DayBackyard Play Day

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