Outdoor games for children - ideas for active games

It's exciting to watch children play outdoor games. Your own childhood memories flash in your body, you want to run too, join the general game. But outdoor games are not only entertainment, they are incredibly useful and vital for a growing person.

The modern world for a child with a sedentary load at school, in clubs and at home, with gadgets, Zooms, messengers, is incredibly static. Outdoor games for schoolchildren are like air. Children have a powerful reserve of strength inside them and a desire to move. And in order to focus on mental work, the child needs to run around and play enough. Hormonal maturation with its energy surges has also not been canceled. Movement gives a teenager the opportunity to feel confident in their body, despite the changes occurring to it. Helps you accept your own body, this is important both in childhood and in the context of future life.

In the game, movement is realized most creatively. An outdoor game trains flexibility, dexterity, teaches you to maintain balance, concentrate attention, regulate the accuracy of movement, and quickly and non-trivially solve bodily problems. The game relieves muscle tension, reveals the ability to improvise, recharges the head, develops sensitivity, trains active response and relieves stress. The game is a mass training. In the game, the child receives tactile and emotional communication. Body contact not only with other children, but also internal contact with your body. The game is a very social thing. There is a lot of role-playing in outdoor games for children: they play out conflicts from real life and this helps not only to see them from a different angle, but also to solve problems outside the game, cope with them using gaming experience, and find an environmentally friendly way out of the conflict.

The top games that children of different generations love to play, here they are:

Ali Baba

Children are divided into two teams and stand holding hands, facing each other. The distance between them is approximately 6 meters. The older the children, the greater the distance may be. One team shouts: “Ali Baba!” The second replies: “About what, servant?” The first one answered them: “Fifth or tenth, Petya is here for us!” The child named from the opposite team runs as fast as he can towards the opponents’ wall, breaking the chain with himself. Broke - takes someone from this chain to his team, usually someone he sympathizes with. If not broken, the enemy joins the formation. The game continues until one child remains on one side.

Outdoor games

Outdoor games are one of the ways to develop a child physically. They allow you to relieve physical fatigue from your muscles and achieve an emotional switch from one type of activity to another. Outdoor games are especially loved by children, because they are an important source of joyful emotions. Games stimulate active work, thoughts, help broaden one's horizons and improve all mental processes. Outdoor games form positive moral qualities in children. Kindness, mutual assistance, support, courage, attentiveness, mutual assistance are highly valued among the players, and qualities such as cowardice, selfishness, and boasting are condemned. Most often, outdoor play begins with the choice of a leader. In some games, everyone wants to drive, and in some games, no one wants to drive. Therefore, we suggest choosing a leader using counting rhymes. To do this, the participants in the game must stand in a circle, and one person will begin to recite the counting rhyme. Each participant has to pronounce a word or syllable. The one who has to say the last word (syllable) of the counting rhyme will become the leader.

Competitions can be held in outdoor games, as well as in sports ones. The simplest of them are competitions and attractions organized during the holidays or regardless of this. A more complex type of competition is a championship between several teams in one of the outdoor games, such as, for example, “Shootout”, “Ball for the Catcher”, “Circular Lapta”, “Pioneerball”, “Russian Lapta”, “Pioner Lapta”. Competitions in outdoor games help to develop children's organization and collectivism, honesty and the will to win. They contribute to the education of organizers - the leaders of games, and the introduction of games into everyday life.

Without detracting from the importance of competitions in individual games, it is important to note that the most valuable from a pedagogical point of view are competitions in a set of outdoor games, such as “Fun Starts”, “Sportlandia”, “Do with us!”, “Sports Family”, etc.

The complex includes outdoor games with a variety of motor actions, various technical and tactical actions that require the manifestation of various skills and moral and volitional qualities. Such competitions (where, along with children, adults often also participate: parents, counselors) require participants to be fully prepared and, in turn, contribute to their physical development.

If children of different ages participate in competitions, then tasks and games must correspond to their age characteristics and physical development. The different interests and physical abilities of boys and girls, especially teenagers, are also taken into account.

You can use different games (there can be 6-10 of them in total) for boys and girls, or combine them in one team, which usually consists of 10 people (which is pedagogically more valuable), but give them different tasks. So, boys in a relay race, for example, lead the ball with their feet, and girls hit the ground with their hands. If children of different ages participate in the relay race, then the younger ones are given easier tasks. In the same relay race (stages) there may be different tasks, but they must be the same for each team.

Competitions are held on a round-robin basis, where each of, for example, four teams plays with each other, trying to score more points. Competitions can also be held according to the Olympic system, where the losing team is eliminated. Consolation games can be played with eliminated teams. For winning each game, the team receives the number of points established by regulation. For example, 3 points for a win, 2 points for a draw and 1 point for a loss. Typically, the complex competition program takes 1-1.5 hours. Competitions in outdoor games can be held all year round: in the gym, on the playground, on the skating rink, on the snow playground. The selection of outdoor games also depends on the time of year and conditions.

Outdoor games contribute to team unification, mass participation of children in physical exercise, and are a wonderful means of comprehensive physical development.

And further. Outdoor games can also become a means of leading up to the sports games that children love so much.

But just the desire to play and knowledge of games is not enough. It is still necessary to convey them to the children, with knowledge of the matter, sometimes carefully reveal the content, arouse interest in them. Otherwise, even the most exciting game may be rejected. Apparently, this forces some counselors to follow the path of least resistance, that is, to “drive” football. Here, they say, everything is clear to the guys. And if the pioneer is weak or has not matured, then let him sit and watch.

The counselor should show due persistence in acquiring the ability to conduct outdoor games for children of different ages, and camp organizers should show instructive classes for counselors.

So, before playing a game, you need to not only know its content well, but also other important points: the age of the children, have an idea about the team, take into account what they did before, where the game will be held (on a walk, in the forest, in the hall or sports field).

Outdoor games always require motor efforts from the players, aimed at achieving a conditional goal specified in the rules. The peculiarity of outdoor games is their competitive, creative, collective nature. They demonstrate the ability to act together with a team in constantly changing conditions. What is the most important thing in organizing such games. Each game has its own game task: “catch”, “catch”, “find”, etc. Try to captivate the children with it and interest them. Sometimes it’s useful to play on the guys’ pride by expressing “doubt” about their strength and dexterity. Draw a vivid picture of the upcoming action in front of the children. At the beginning, you shouldn’t limit yourself to just one routine phrase: “And now we’re going to play...”. When organizing outdoor games, remember that it is better if you are as much a participant in them as the guys. Each game has its own rules. Explain them clearly. This can be done more effectively if, simultaneously with the story, you show actions, i.e. create a figurative idea of the game. Let one of the guys repeat after you what will require special attention in the game. If the rules are not followed during the game, pause the game, make a cheerful commentary on what is happening and show what the mistake is. During the game, be emotional and spontaneous. Cheer the guys up. A comic report about what is happening is also possible. If you lose interest in the game, try complicating the rules, this usually inspires you. But remember: a game is a game as long as it gives the characters a wide range of behaviors, as long as their actions cannot be predicted in advance. Don't miss the moment when it's best to finish the game. And yet, some games require simple equipment, prepare it in advance. Think carefully about where it is best for you to organize the game. Let it be a comfortable and safe place. Often, to play games you need to break into teams; for this, keep a few original rhymes in stock.

Red, yellow, green
Digdon
Weaver
Catch the Tail
Trap
Release of a prisoner
Scouts and sentry
Enchanted castle
Traffic light
Aram-shim-shim
Hare without a den
Santiki-candy wrappers-limpopo
Hello
Guess whose voice it is
Water
Crows and sparrows
Proteins, nuts, cones
Catch the dragon's tail
Seine
Cat and mice
Traps
Shore and river
Wolves in the ditch
Squirrels on a tree
Counting books
Wink
Atoms and molecules
Dombay boxing
Mobile relay
American triangle
Proteins in cells
One-two-three, I'm watching
Groups by attribute
Mini croquette
Blinkers
White bears
Cones, acorns, nuts
Third wheel
Checkboxes
The Dragon
Crow Sparrows
Don't miss the ball
Forest, swamp, lake
Chain
Ball game
Ticket passengers
Quickly in a circle
Jumpers
Wolves and sheep
Three, thirteen, thirty
Snake
Lying snake
Pressure points
Circular transmission
Changing places
Amoeba flight
Loaded
Mines
Keep the ball flying
Hide and seek in reverse
Burning forest
Coin tags
Relay races
Progressive relay
Fun starts
Santiki-candy wrappers-limpompo
Set of moving competitions
Dragon head
Fishing rod
Golden Gate
On the wreckage of the ship
Touch the Shadow
Scouts and sentry
Seine
Trains
Liberation
Chase
Ocean is shaking
Kondals
Ball in hand
Secrets
Neighbor on the right
Above your feet from the ground
Steps
Traffic light
Third wheel
Ogre
Drive more quietly
Traffic lights
Statue
Cities
Day and night
Sick cat
Brook
Hat
Kite and Black-White
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Trap
Tag
Tag 2
Ball up
Flashing lights
Four forces
Unusual relay race
Please
Sorcerers in the village
Hunters, animals and fleas
Third wheel
Guess whose voice it is
Water
Zhmurki
Cones, nuts, acorns
Handkerchief
Cat and mouse
Catch the dragon's tail
Chicken and kite
Networks
Salki
Sorcerers
River, shore
Wolves in the ditch
Hide and seek
12 sticks
Swan geese
Crows and sparrows
Traffic light
Drive more quietly
Elephant
Enchanted Castle
Jungle
Flag
Snake
Molecule
Relay train
Change zone
Destroyed camp
Three jumps
Sideline pass
Taking the ball
Guardsmen and Musketeers
Invisible
Chasing foxes
Diamonds
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tea-tea help out
Sherlock Holmes
water ball
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Relay Races-Competitions
Four steps forward
Santaky-candy wrappers–limpompo
Morning exercise
Durestafeta
Educational games
Waves in a circle
Where where
Spoon
Liberation action
Trial
Balloon volleyball
Stop the ball
Cat and mouse
Masha and Yasha
Pursuit - hunting
Newspaper fight
Place here
Sneak up on Bigfoot
Everyone is connected
Dangling carriage
Wolf in a circle
Ali Baba
Green heel
Paints
Call
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For kids “Journey to a Deserted Island”
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Group games for boys and girls
Chains
Running games
Games with teams
Games without division into teams
Football players
Football players for boys
The joy of movement
Correction of posture disorders
Folk outdoor games
Accuracy games
Catch-up
Tug games
Puzzle games
Step by step
Tag
Friendly tags
Fisherman
Harnesses with tourniquet
Guess who spoke
Water games
Cool variations of popular sports games
By the tail of the dragon
Games for girls and boys
Mobile competitions for girls
Brief encyclopedia of outdoor games
Playground games
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Jumping games
Holiday “Journey to the Land of Games”
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Higher, further
Agility and climbing
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Mime games for younger children
Bear fights
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Glade of fun things to do
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Classics

They draw on the asphalt with chalk, or draw figures from squares on the ground with a stick. By jumping on one leg and pushing a pebble with it, children move to the place where it rolled. You cannot step on the line - on the boundaries of the squares. You can alternate legs with each jump. At the end of the figure a cauldron or fire can be drawn; this square cannot be entered. Having reached it, the player must deftly turn over in a jump and start jumping in the opposite direction.

The quieter you go, the further you'll get

The driver stands with his back to the other children at a great distance and says: “You drive more quietly, you will go further, stop.” While he is speaking, other children run towards him, but at the word “stop” they freeze in place. The water turns sharply and notices the one who did not have time to freeze - he is eliminated. The goal is to run to the driver and cross the conventional line on which he stands.

How do games for schoolchildren affect mental development and creativity?

Currently, the curriculum includes not only classical classes, but also gaming ones. Games for schoolchildren are becoming a regular learning activity, and its impact on all-round development has already been proven by numerous studies. During gameplay, schoolchildren develop performance skills, which include inhibitory control (the ability to work without distraction), memory and cognitive flexibility (the ability to adapt to changing working conditions). The skill of execution is extremely important for achieving academic success and career growth.

Games for schoolchildren are an indispensable condition for the development of creative potential and the desire to learn new things. When children's imagination is stimulated during games, children learn a variety of ways to get out of critical situations and problems. The game also gives children the skills of risk and perseverance, which will serve them well in their careers and adult life in general.

Traffic light

Two boundaries are marked in space - like two sides of a street. The water stands in the middle, with its back to the other children remaining on one side. He names a color and turns to face everyone. Those who have this color in their clothes move to the other “side of the street.” Those who are missing run across, and the water catches them. The one caught becomes new water. In this case, you can name any colors, not just those that are in the traffic light.

How do games for schoolchildren affect social development?

When children reach the age of six, their main activity is playing with other children. In the process of playing together, children learn to listen, empathize, and support. They will use these skills in communicating with people throughout their lives.

During the game, students also learn conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Play activities help develop social skills from an early age and ensure that children strive to find common ground with each other and a sense of belonging.

Waves with a skipping rope

One of the most fun games with a jump rope is waves. Two people hold the rope at both ends, twisting it near the ground and gradually lifting it higher, increasing the waves. The rest of the children jump to one side and the other without touching the jump rope. Or they “dive” under the waves. The one who is touched by the jump rope is eliminated from the game.

Tell your child about the games of your childhood, play with him, initiate games among children and their friends. While playing, the child learns to quickly dodge, fall safely, run at full speed and jump with the feeling of flying. The game is about freedom, joy and spontaneity. About an open-minded perception of the world. By playing, a person gets rid of fears and pressures, and the release of energy occurs in the right direction. Outdoor games for children contain a lot of reasons for improvisation. Playing is exciting, exciting, it makes the child more self-confident and helps him feel his freedom of choice, strength and speed, given by nature.

How do games for schoolchildren affect physical development?

Without a doubt, physical activity during sports and other games benefits the developing body. During outdoor games, especially if they take place in the fresh air, blood oxygen saturation increases and metabolism accelerates, which in turn is the prevention of excess weight in children - a pressing problem of our time. Physical activity in the fresh air helps strengthen the immune system and helps expend excess energy, which has a beneficial effect on children’s perseverance and attention during lessons.