Christmas / Festive Charades
Festive Charades
Children act out festive words and phrases without speaking while their team guesses.
How to run it
- Write festive words on cards, such as wrapping a present or reindeer.
- Split into teams.
- A player acts out a card silently while their team guesses.
- Swap players and keep score.
You will need
- word cards
- timer
Make it easier or harderUse picture cards for younger children; older children can act out festive film or song titles.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5Acting without words builds non-verbal communication skills.
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