We have chosen the games and activity suggestions below as being
perfect for a rainy day, when the kids are feeling fractious and some
inspiration is needed! Obviously there are many more game ideas in our
Kids Games and Activities section,
but these have stood the test of time for those rainy afternoons when nothing
else seems to do.
Anagram Challenge
This game can be adapted for any age or ability group and almost any situation,
including parties and plane journeys!
Beanbag Toss
The kids can design a very complicated and satisfying obstacle course to
complete by tossing beanbags..
Blow Football
Easy to set up anywhere and suitable for all ages of children, this game is an
old favourite.
Guess The Petals
On rainy days you ideally should find an occupation which will take a bit of
time - and this, if you choose the right flower, is definitely one of them!
Make A Beanbag
Tossing Game
This is an excellent project for keeping the kids busy for an afternoon - and
also useful for fetes and fairs.
Marble Drop
There are many ways that children can play with marbles. This one involves a bit
of "making" first, which adds to the fun and keeps the kids busy for longer.
Soap Bubble Contest
Make some bubble mixture and have a contest: we have lots of ideas here, for one
child or many.
Make A Ping Pong Bat And NetNEW!
The Chinese introduced table tennis to the world and have always been extremely
good at the sport. You can make your own ping pong bats and net and have a go!
Make A Name Book
More of a craft activity than a game, this is a great way for kids to get to
know each other at the beginning of the school year.
Fishing (Tiu-u or Chinese Dominoes) This game of Chinese dominoes sounds a little complicated to
begin with but is in fact very simple to play. The name ‘fishing’ comes from
the idea that players ‘fish’ for matching dominoes. You can either print out
our dominoes or make your own more authentic version with popsicle sticks
(instructions included!)
Matching Game cards can be used to play Memory
(Concentration), Go Fish and many other card games, as well as played with
our sorting mats by one child on their own. Printable Games
