Gross and Messy Day / Cream Splat Chance Game
Cream Splat Chance Game
Children take turns rolling a die and hoping their number does not come up, or they get a dollop of foam on a paper plate pushed gently to their face.
How to run it
- Set up a table with a die and paper plates topped with whipped cream or foam.
- Each child chooses a 'splat number' before rolling.
- If they roll their number, an adult gently presses the plate to their cheek or chin.
- Provide towels and wipes for each round.
You will need
- die
- paper plates
- whipped cream
- towels
- wipes
Make it easier or harderYounger children can splat a hand instead of their face; older children can work out the odds of being splatted.
SafetyOnly children who want to take part should play; check for dairy allergies and avoid eyes and noses.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 4Children practise turn-taking and talk about chance in a playful way.
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