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Challenge Day / Create Your Own Game

Create Your Own Game

Small groups invent a brand-new game, write the rules and teach it to the rest of the group to play.

How to run it

  1. Put out a selection of equipment such as balls, cones, hoops and beanbags.
  2. Have small groups brainstorm and test a new game.
  3. Groups write the rules clearly on paper.
  4. Each group teaches and leads their game for everyone.

You will need

  • balls
  • cones
  • hoops
  • beanbags
  • paper and pencils
Make it easier or harderYounger children can change one rule of a known game; older children add scoring systems and variations.
SafetyCheck the space is clear and rules are safe before games are played.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Designing and teaching a game builds creativity, negotiation and clear communication.

Fits these theme days

Challenge DayGames DayTeamwork DayInventors DayGames Carnival Day

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