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Indoor Games Rotation

35 minutes
Small Groups (4-5 children)
Game Play

Learning Objectives

  • Experience variety of indoor games
  • Practice turn-taking and patience
  • Develop strategic thinking
  • Learn new game rules

Preparation

  • Set up 5 game stations around classroom
  • Prepare simple visual instructions for each game
  • Organize materials in baskets
  • Plan rotation schedule

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Introduce each game station briefly
  2. 2
    Divide class into 5 groups
  3. 3
    Explain rotation system: 7 minutes per station
  4. 4
    Start groups at different stations
  5. 5
    Circulate to support and teach rules
  6. 6
    Give 2-minute warning before rotation
  7. 7
    Help groups transition smoothly
  8. 8
    End with reflection on favourite games

Materials Needed

  • Memory Match cards
  • Ludo board
  • Snakes and Ladders
  • Simple puzzles
  • Dominoes

Assessment

  • Child attempts to learn new games
  • Child takes turns appropriately
  • Child handles materials carefully
  • Child shows patience with game rules

Key Vocabulary

rotation
station
rules
strategy
patience
turn
game

Safety Notes

  • Supervise small game pieces
  • Ensure games are age-appropriate
  • Monitor group dynamics

Teaching Tips

  • Start with simpler games and add complexity
  • Have older students or volunteers help teach
  • Focus on fun and learning, not winning
  • Adapt rules for kindergarten level

Extensions

  • Create tournament brackets for favourite games
  • Let children teach games to other classes
  • Make simple versions of games
  • Connect games to math and literacy skills
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