From experience we know how much children like building marble runs from the specialist sets you can get. BUT you don’t actually need the specialist sets to create a run.…
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Adapted from a suggestion sent in by Craig Murray Individuals in each group have to complete an obstacle course carrying various large items such as large bags, tents, crates, barrels,…
A group or individual challenge which you can set for a session or over a set time. The challenge is using the materials provided or limited to (eg only paper…
Previously posted as ‘Final Task’Adapted from a suggestion sent in by Craig Murray A good task for raising disability/impairment awareness and encourage teamwork. You will need some blindfolds to create…
Adapted from a suggestion sent in by Craig Murray This task is aimed at breaking down barriers between younger people and pensioners and young people going into their ‘stretch zone’.…
Challenge Always a fun challenge. It’s a simple premise, as teams or individuals, design and build a catapult or machine that can throw. Decide in advance which of the following…
Also known as the Domino Code. The code is quite simple, although it looks complex. Draw a 3 x 3 naughts and crosses (tic tac toe) grid with the alphabet…
(Plus something mysterious) So for those not in the know, Wacky Wizards updates weekly. This is the Boss update. It was released on 30 June 2021. This is the boss…
Art & Craft idea A simple but effective gift box that can be made and decorated from A4 thin card or other, to take small gifts of sweets or items…
Art & Craft idea Modern inks have the advantage of intensity, colour fastness and flow, but don’t let that stop you from making and trying out your own from natural…
Art and Craft idea. Adapted from suggestion by Pat Adams You may have had a book like this when you were very young, a book where each letter of the…
Origami is the art of folding paper to produce boxes, decorations, toys, models or just art! There’s a huge following out there and you do not need special paper or…
Art idea supplied by Ewan McDougal When it comes time to redecorate your child’s bedroom they are bound to want to get involved and help, this is great it really…
Art idea supplied by Ewan McDougal One of the problems often found with children’s craft activities is what to do with the art work after it’s done. My favourite craft…
Sent in by Jessica Lake The game/puzzle activity helps develop team working skills, brainstorming techniques while introducing or develop the concept of generic transfer of ideas. “The kids we played…
Sent in by Katie O’Connor The way you play is simple. Divide your group into two teams. Have each team go to opposite ends of the room and pick out…
Simple game! Divide into 4 teams and send each team into a corner. The object of the game is to see which team can get to the opposite (diagonal) corner…
Best with 2 teams although can be played using 4. Teams line up, single file, equal distances from the leader who stands arms outstretched towards the teams. When told to…