Board Games Day / Round-Robin Games Tournament
Round-Robin Games Tournament
Children compete in round-robin tournaments of classic games, practising good sportsmanship and strategy.
How to run it
- Choose a few classic games like draughts or noughts and crosses.
- Create a round-robin chart.
- Pairs play each round and record results.
- Rotate players after each round.
- Celebrate winners and good sportsmanship.
You will need
- board games
- tournament chart
- pens
Make it easier or harderUse quick games for younger children; older children can manage the scoreboard.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 3Children practise strategy, resilience and fair play.
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