Brr! Is it raining or snowing outside? Just because the weather isn't cooperating doesn't mean that you and the kids can't take a break and play.
If you're looking for easy and fun ideas to get the wiggles out, look no further. Below are great indoor recess games to keep your students happy, entertained, and exercised.
Let the games begin!
GIANT CHECKERS
The crazy amount of thinking involved in playing checkers is enough to keep kids entertained and mentally stimulated during recess. It's a fun game that teaches children to be analytical and strategic from an early age. It keeps the brain fit and makes an excellent exercise for pre-mathematics!
Checkers is known for being a tabletop game fav, but we've upsized the fun with our giant 4ft x 4ft checkerboard! Everyone will definitely get excited when you pull this giant game mat out!
The crazy amount of thinking involved in playing checkers is enough to keep kids entertained and mentally stimulated during recess. It's a fun game that teaches children to be analytical and strategic from an early age. It keeps the brain fit and makes an excellent exercise for pre-mathematics!
Checkers is known for being a tabletop game fav, but we've upsized the fun with our giant 4ft x 4ft checkerboard! Everyone will definitely get excited when you pull this giant game mat out!
That same checkerboard from above transforms into a giant tic tac toss game by simply rearranging the squares and flipping the pieces over.
Children will enjoy the lifesize toss version of the classic tic tac toe. This brand new variation allows the difficulty level to be adjusted for all ages by simply changing the tossing distance.
Playing the regular tic tac toe game style is still an option. But tossing is wonderful as it gives kids a chance to move around and release energy before it’s time to sit still and focus again.
GIANT TIC TAC TOE
That same checkerboard from above transforms into a giant tic tac toss game by simply rearranging the squares and flipping the pieces over.
Children will enjoy the lifesize toss version of the classic tic tac toe. This brand new variation allows the difficulty level to be adjusted for all ages by simply changing the tossing distance.
Playing the regular tic tac toe game style is still an option. But tossing is wonderful as it gives kids a chance to move around and release energy before it’s time to sit still and focus again.
This giant dice set comes with 6 jumbo dice, 5 reusable scorecards, a collapsible bucket, and dry erase markers. Perfect for playing Yardzee (basically Yahtzee but a yard-sized version), Farkle, and 20+ different lifesize dice games!
The best part about dice games is that they're often the easiest, no-brainer games to play. They can be quickly adapted to many other games too! Math dice games are the most common, but there are many clever ways to use dice for other creative games.
This giant dice set comes with 6 jumbo dice, 5 reusable scorecards, a collapsible bucket, and dry erase markers. Perfect for playing Yardzee (basically Yahtzee but a yard-sized version), Farkle, and 20+ different lifesize dice games!
The best part about dice games is that they're often the easiest, no-brainer games to play. They can be quickly adapted to many other games too! Math dice games are the most common, but there are many clever ways to use dice for other creative games.
Players have to create 4 in a row either vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. Being able to recognize these patterns and predict them is a skill beneficial for learning.
Is it fun? Yes! Is it educational? Absolutely!
Play connect 4 with this oversized board game standing over 2ft tall x 3ft wide. The wood is so beautiful that it also makes nice decor in your classroom. Plus, it's almost noiseless! There's hardly a sound from dropping the discs.
Connect 4 is another great way to kick-start a child's strategic thinking capabilities. But this blown-up version helps improve their range of motion and motor skills from picking up the discs and reaching up to drop them into the slots.
Players have to create 4 in a row either vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. Being able to recognize these patterns and predict them is a skill beneficial for learning.
Is it fun? Yes! Is it educational? Absolutely!
Play connect 4 with this oversized board game standing over 2ft tall x 3ft wide. The wood is so beautiful that it also makes nice decor in your classroom. Plus, it's almost noiseless! There's hardly a sound from dropping the discs.
Connect 4 is another great way to kick-start a child's strategic thinking capabilities. But this blown-up version helps improve their range of motion and motor skills from picking up the discs and reaching up to drop them into the slots.
This one's a huge hit! Classic Jenga but jumbo-sized! It can stack up to 5ft high with blocks that are lightweight and easy to grasp with their smooth-to-pull finish.
Jenga is known for being a game of physical and mental skill. It engages players of all ages to keep the tower balanced, which is seriously difficult to achieve as the game progresses!
Let the whole class have some edge-of-the-seat fun by hosting a giant jenga relay. Split the class into two teams. The first player on each team takes out a block. Once done, the next player hops in for their turn, and so on.
This fast-paced game is so fun and intense. Kids will be laser-focused to not let the giant tower tumble down, or else the opposing team wins!
This one's a huge hit! Classic Jenga but jumbo-sized! It can stack up to 5ft high with blocks that are lightweight and easy to grasp with their smooth-to-pull finish.
Jenga is known for being a game of physical and mental skill. It engages players of all ages to keep the tower balanced, which is seriously difficult to achieve as the game progresses!
Let the whole class have some edge-of-the-seat fun by hosting a giant jenga relay. Split the class into two teams. The first player on each team takes out a block. Once done, the next player hops in for their turn, and so on.
This fast-paced game is so fun and intense. Kids will be laser-focused to not let the giant tower tumble down, or else the opposing team wins!
Spark your creativity and have some mega fun twist to these giant games! What is your favorite indoor recess activity? Let us know in the comments below.
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Splinter Woodworking Co. was born out of a garage in Delray Beach, FL in 2015. Originally a home woodshop, we have become one of the fastest-growing game companies in the US. Our passion for new games and designs led us to expand from wooden games to awesome games of any material.
Now known as SWOOC Games we deliver original designs, premium quality, award-winning customer service, and an unwavering commitment to giving back.
Splinter Woodworking Co. was born out of a garage in Delray Beach, FL in 2015. Originally a home woodshop, we have become one of the fastest-growing game companies in the US. Our passion for new games and designs led us to expand from wooden games to awesome games of any material.
Now known as SWOOC Games we deliver original designs, premium quality, award-winning customer service, and our commitment to giving back. Shop with us today and see the SWOOC difference!
Splinter Woodworking Co. was born out of a garage in Delray Beach, FL in 2015. Originally a home woodshop, we have become one of the fastest-growing game companies in the US. Our passion for new games and designs led us to expand from wooden games to awesome games of any material.
Now known as SWOOC Games we deliver original designs, premium quality, award-winning customer service, and our commitment to giving back. Shop with us today and see the SWOOC difference!
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