Any games which get your kids using their brains are worth
playing, especially if they are fun! You'll find game below which you can play
while you are out and about, waiting in restaurants, travelling, or on rainy
days. It is always worth having a few of these up our sleeve!
Anagram ChallengeNEW!
This game can be adapted for any age or ability group and almost any situation,
including parties and plane journeys!
Brain GameNEW!
Looking for an educational diversion when your kids are stuck with nothing to
do? Try this simple brain game!
Concentration
This is a sit-down clapping and chanting group game which was a real craze for a
while at my school. It works at all sorts of occasions and can be very
enjoyable.
How Many Sweets In
the Jar? NEW!
There is something irresistible about a large jar filled with sweets! This game
will always be a favourite with the kids.
I packed my suitcase
This is an excellent game for building your child's memory skills and confidence
- and it is also fun!
I went on holiday
A slightly more difficult version of "I packed my suitcase", the players will
need some geographical knowledge for this memory game.
The Tray Game
This is an excellent game for parties (especially when you need to quieten the
children down) and also for a group of kids on a rainy afternoon. Regularly
playing this game can really sharpen your memory skills and give children
practise in concentrating.
Thinking of a number..
This is an excellent game for those odd moments when you need to keep the kids
amused, such as a doctor's waiting room or a restaurant.
Throwing FistsNEW!
This traditional Chinese game can be played by 2 players or quite a large group.
It develops quick thinking, addition and logic skills - but it's also fun!
Under the Cups
A fun version of "concentration" with an added twist.
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
