Cooperative games for preschoolers

My name is Lindsay Karp, I teach physical education and health at Bret Harte Elementary in Cherry Hill, NJ. Pass the Fish (or Chicken) is part of my cooperative games unit that I start the year off with. My students … Read More

When I was a physical education teacher, I was always on the lookout for fun, cooperative games for my youngest students.

This was a game that I found on Cooperative Games for Preschoolers. Until I had read this article, it had never occurred to me that games like musical chairs could easily be about sharing versus competing. In the past I have played musical chairs with enough chairs for everyone, but it always seemed a bit boring. We started with three "islands" and 8 preschoolers. They were able to dance around to the music, but when it stopped they all had to get onto the islands. I reminded them that…

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The Best Cooperative Games for Non-Competitive Kids | My Little Poppies

In a cooperative game, people play together and not against each other.

This perfectly simple preschool game about colors requires no prep, gets kids moving, and helps them practice colors and counting skills.

Space Balls: Here's a quick game that children love, that develops team work, concentration, and imagination. Plus, it doesn't require any materials!

Get your kindergarten students up and moving with this list of fun no contact circle games. They are perfect for brain breaks!

These indoor and outdoor group games for preschoolers are simple, fun and educational. Build social skills while having fun.