Creative Youth Ideas: Game Ideas Archives

A Positively Prosperous New Year!

This New Year Party Game serves as an ongoing icebreaker which encourages everyone to initiate and engage in conversations. Because of the setup of the game, it keeps everyone involved throughout the night until the final prize is awarded just after midnight! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:17 AM on December 26, 2006 | Link | Comments (3)
Keywords: new year party game, holiday celebrations, creative game ideas, a new beginning, optimism, future, hope, evangelistic message, evangelism ideas

A-Z Christmas

Can you think of a holiday word or phrase that starts with each letter of the alphabet? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:44 PM on December 07, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas alphabet, party game

Aardvark Relay

In this relay game, each person on a team must use a straw in thier mouth and suction to carry an object across the room and back. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:30 AM on June 09, 2006 | Link | Comments (3)
Keywords: Relay Games, possessions, materialism, letting go

Air Foosball

Play a life-sized game of foosball! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on January 14, 2006 | Link | Comments (2)
Keywords: High energy games, indoor games

Alkaseltzer Tag

If a person'salkaseltzer tablet dissolves, he's out. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:22 PM on March 13, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Wet and wild, Water games, Wet games

Angels and Mortals

Each person is an angel to someone else in the youth group. Their goal is to anonymously bring blessings to a mortal (other student) by doing nice things for him/ her, by notes of encouragement, by small gifts, etc. Works great for camps and retreats as well. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on August 15, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: service, servant, encouragement, camp, games, group builders, relationship building

Are You My Mother?

This game can be a fun filled activity for Mother's Day (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:06 AM on May 05, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Mother's Day, mom, mother

Aunt Sally

This game can be simply for fun or be used as a discussion starter on "going through the motions" as a Christian. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:05 AM on April 27, 2005 | Link | Comments (2)
Keywords: Actions, games

Baby Animals

In this Mother's Day game idea, Children or Youth will look at mothers in the animal kingdom as an illustration of the caring relationships between mother and child. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:27 AM on May 04, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: mother, mother's day

Baby Mixup

In this Mental Puzzle/ Brainteaser teams compete to see who can correctly identify the most babies and their order from the clues given. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 02, 2006 | Link | Comments (3)
Keywords: mental puzzle, thinking games, brainteasers

Baby Relays

This group of games are a great introduction for a discussion for growth and maturing in your relationship with Christ. They also make a great introduction for a lesson on Hebrews 5:12-6:3. They could also be used for a baby shower. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 11, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Baby Shower, maturity, growth, children, babies, games, relay races, growing in Christ

Backwards

Do we live life looking to what lies ahead or looking back? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:30 PM on April 13, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: past, regret, mistakes, future, opportunities, goals

Balloon Bust

This relay game for youth, children. and adults involves the inflation and popping of rubber balloons. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 24, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: relay race, relay games, group games, hot air, commitment, committed, lukewarm, balloon games

Beach Scavenger Hunt

Scavenger hunt for items that can be found on a typical beach (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 04:00 PM on July 18, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: scavenger hunt, beach, ocean, sea seashore

Bible Scene Scavenger Hunt

This is a great opportunity for the youth to mingle with church members and have some fantastic fun while acting out Bible Stories. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:00 AM on February 22, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Photo Scavenger Hunt, Video Scavenger Hunt, Biblical Events, Congregation Icebreakers

Blind Polygon

The group tries to form a perfect square / triangle with a rope while blindfolded. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:05 AM on July 14, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: group builders, team games, initiative games, simulations

Blind Snowman

How well can you draw a snowman? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:29 AM on December 21, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Bobbing for Apples

Halloween Party Game: Bobbing for apples is a common Halloween tradition in which youth try to take a bite out of an apple floating in a tub of water. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 03:02 PM on October 31, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Halloween Party Game, Evangelism

Can you pin the missing tailfeather on the turkey?

Can you pin the missing tailfeather on the turkey? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:21 PM on November 19, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving, Turkey

Candy Cane Christmas

Use Candy Canes, a common Christmas treat, for games and fun filled activities for your next Christmas Party. Then end your party with an object lesson using the Candy Canes to tell about the true meaning of Christmas! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:29 AM on December 03, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Party Games, Christmas Games, Christmas Activities, Christmas lessons, holiday games, advent season, Christmas Object Lessons, Christmas Ideas, Youth Christmas Party, Children's Christmas Party.

Candy Cane Connection

Use this game to break your group up into pairs as a mixer. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:34 PM on December 03, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Candy Canes, Icebreakers, Mixers, Crowdbreakers, Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Candy Cane Hockey

Play a game of hocky using candy canes. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:36 PM on December 03, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Candy Cane Horseshoes

Play a game of horseshoes using candy canes. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:49 PM on December 03, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Advent Season, Christmas Party ideas

Candy Cane Pick-Up-Sticks

Played like traditional pick-up-sticks, the objective is to remove one candy cane from the pile without disturbing the remaining candy canes. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:53 PM on December 03, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Candy Cane Relay

Team members pass their canes to the end of the line and back again using toothpicks stuck in their mouths. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 04, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Candy Cane Tug

Don't break your Candy Cane! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 04, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Candy Relay

Redeem Halloween by using this "Trick or Treat" Candy game to share the gospel (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on October 28, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Gospel, Evangelism, Witnessing, Halloween, Trick or Treat, harvest festival, fall festival

Candy Toss

Just for fun. Toss the candy into a Halloween Jack-o-lantern pumpkin and if it lands inside, you get to keep it! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 02:59 PM on October 26, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Halloween party game, Carnival games, harvest festival, Halloween alternative, pumpkin games

Capture the Flag

In this game, participants are divided into opposing teams and must "capture their flag" to win. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 23, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: outdoor games, wide games, camp games

Caterpillar Race

Teams of youth move toward the finish line in small hops, connected like a caterpillar with many legs. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:25 AM on July 12, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: relay race, game, unity, moving forward, progress, body of Christ

Chocolate Bar Scramble

Difficult but not impossible. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on July 08, 2005 | Link | Comments (2)
Keywords:

Christmas Alphabet Game

Can you identify the correct Christmas items? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:17 AM on December 22, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Back to Back

This game humorously demonstrates the fact that many Christmas traditions have become distorted over time. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 06, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas, Holiday Games, The Meaning of Christmas

Christmas Balloon Bust

Hit the balloons toward your Team's Santa so he can pop them. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:58 PM on December 04, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Balloon Race

Let the air out of balloons so that they fly across the room in this relay race. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:03 AM on December 05, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday games

Christmas Bingo

Use this Christmas variation of bingo for some holiday fun! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:02 AM on December 05, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday games

Christmas Boggle

How many words can you form from the letters? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:49 PM on December 23, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday games

Christmas Candy Relay

How well can you collect the right color of Christmas candy for your team? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 04:09 PM on December 11, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Relay race, Holiday Games

Christmas Card Puzzle Relay

Pop the balloons to get the puzzle pieces and be the first to assemble them correctly. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:30 AM on December 10, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Card Toss

How good is your aim at tossing Christmas cards? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 12, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Carol Pictionary

How well can you draw the common Christmas Carols in a classic game of pictionary? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:03 AM on December 06, 2005 | Link | Comments (2)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Christmas Songs

Christmas Carol Soloist

Can you identify the person humming the Christmas Carol? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:53 PM on December 16, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas carols, songs, caroling, Christmas Party games, holiday activities, Christmas game ideas

Christmas Chocolate Bar Scramble

Santa must try to eat the chocolate candy bar before someone else takes over the role of Santa. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:20 AM on December 06, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Confusion

Be the first to complete the tasks and get the signatures. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 15, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Elf

Youth work in pairs to wrap a gift with an interesting twist. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:12 AM on December 12, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Gifts

Christmas Gift Exchange #1

There are many different variations of the gift exchange at Christmas. This is the most common one for me. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 07:56 AM on December 08, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Gifts, Gift Exchange, Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Gift Exchange #2

There are many different variations of the gift exchange at Christmas. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on December 08, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Gifts, Gift Exchange, Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Gift Exchange with a twist

In this Christmas Gift exchange, it is affirmations that are exchange and not actual physical gifts. It's a very powerful way to bring your teens closer together and remind them that everyone in the group is a gift and that the greatest present you can give all year round, is to give of yourself as a blessing to others. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:54 PM on December 14, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Gifts, Christmas present, Giving of yourself, God gave, the greatest gift

Christmas Gift Unwrap

Can you unwrap the present before someone else takes your place? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 13, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Gift, Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Limbo

Playa Christmas version of the classic Limbo game. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:20 PM on December 22, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Meltdown

How slowly can you melt the ice cube? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:14 AM on December 16, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Ice

Christmas Memory Game

This Christmas Party game can be used with small or large groups. The key objective is to remember a long and growing list of Christmas related items. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:30 PM on December 06, 2007 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Christmas, Yuletide, Party Game, Holiday

Christmas Movies: Who am I?

In this icebreaker / crowdbreaker game, youth will have the name of a Christmas Movie pasted to their back and will wonder the room asking yes or no questions to other youth in an attempt to discover the title of the Christmas movie they have on their back. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 03:16 PM on November 28, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas

Christmas Pass the Parcel

Will you be the one to get the Christmas Gift? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 10, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas gift, Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas People Bingo

“Can you find someone who…..?” Played with a simple list or laid out in a 5x5 Bingo grid, the object of this Christmas game / Christmas Icebreaker is to get someone at the Christmas Party to sign for each item according to the stated Christmas related criteria. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:00 PM on December 17, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Party Games, Holiday game ideas, similarities, differences, building relationships, diversity, relationships, teamwork

Christmas Photo Scavenger Hunt

This is a photo scavenger hunt where participants must take a snapshot of the entire group that satisfies each description in the list. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 08, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Scavenger Hunt

Christmas Questions

Youth try to get others to smile by asking crazy questions. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:11 PM on December 10, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Scavenger Hunt

Christmas scavenger hunt list ideas for your youth group activity. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:24 AM on December 22, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Scavenger Hunt

Christmas Scents

Can you identify the contents of the container by its Christmas scent? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 07, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, scents, Christmas Smells

Christmas Snowball Fight

Have a classic snowball fight with snowballs that don't melt! Great for a Tropical Christmas! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:42 PM on December 07, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Snowball Tag

In this Christmas variation of a game of dodge-ball, you can still play even if you have been eliminated. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:44 PM on December 13, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Party Games, Holiday Game ideas, dodge-ball, dodgeball, winter games

Christmas Snowflake Race

Use bubbles as an alternative to snowflakes in this relay style Christmas game. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 16, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Stocking 3-Legged Race

A normal three legged race, except a Christmas stocking is used to bind the two legs together (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:28 PM on December 07, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Stocking Scavenger Hunt

Can you find all the hidden Christmas Stockings? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:02 AM on December 23, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Scavenger Hunt

Christmas Symbol Exchange

Use this game based around Christmas symbols to see who is the "Scrooge" and who has the "Christmas" Spirit. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:20 AM on December 07, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Christmas Symbols

Christmas Taboo

Can you get your team to say the chosen words in the time limit without using the taboo words? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:12 AM on December 18, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Tinsel Relay

A relay race using Christmas Tree Tinsel. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:01 AM on December 19, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Tree Ornament Relay

Try this Christmas Tree decorating relay for your Christmas party. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:16 PM on December 10, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas Twenty Questions

Can you discover the object within 20 questions? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:43 PM on December 12, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Questions

Christmas Twister

Play a classic game of twister replacing the colored dots with Christmas symbols. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:33 AM on December 13, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Christmas- What Do You Hold?

Can you identify common Christmas objects by touch? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 13, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Church History Scavenger Hunt

Teens will search the church facilities to find the information in tis scavenger hunt. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on February 26, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Scavenger Hunt, History, Church

Cinderella

Like the classic Cinderella story, in this icebreaker / crowdbreaker, guys must identify the girls by a shoe and could be used as an object lesson to discuss how we often judge people by appearances. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on September 05, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: judging others, favoritism, inclusion, cliques, relationships, appearances

Cinderella's Valentine

Each blind-folded prince must follow the directions of his cinderella to return her shoe to her. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on February 10, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Valentine's Day Games, Love, Relationships, Heart, Holiday games

Circle Tag

What are some things that we pass on in our Christian Faith? What has been passed on to you? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:33 PM on October 16, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Race, faith journey, giving, passing on to others, discipleship, evangelism

Clothes Line Relay

Put it on! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:19 PM on June 27, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: put on, clothes, relat games

Cluck, Cluck, Gobble

Play this updated version of the classic Children's game "duck, duck, goose" as a Thanksgiving Party game. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on November 14, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving holiday, icrebreaker, game, celebration, party games

Conducting Scavenger Hunts

Use these guidelines for conducting a scavenger hunt with your youth. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on February 22, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Games, Scavenger Hunt

Copycat

Youth game idea where you must identify the leader who begins an action that everyone else in the youth group imitates (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:26 AM on July 22, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: leadership qualities, actions of leaders, leaders as an example to follow

Covered

Use this Active Game as a discussion starter for youth on the topic of "forgiveness". What does it mean to forgive? It can also be used as an Easter related activity to introduce youth to the resurrection of Christ and the forgiveness we receive as a result of His death on the cross. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on March 25, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, forgiveness, covering, blood of Christ, salvation, atonement, resurrection, grave clothes

Do-it-Yourself Snow Man

Give youth a variety of items to build a Christmas Snowman. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:20 AM on December 12, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Dog Biscuit Relay

Can your team collect all the dog biscuits first? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:23 PM on June 26, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: dog biscuit, relay race, youth games

Easter Back to Back

This game humorously demonstrates the fact that for many people, the meaning of Easter has become distorted over time. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on March 20, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, Meaning, Holiday Games, Easter Games

Easter Balloon Race

Have a balloon race and then use the colors of the Baloons to tell the Gospel / Easter Story. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 07, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games, Balloon games

Easter Bingo

Can you cover all the squares in your Easter Bingo Board? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on March 17, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Holiday Games, Easter, Resurrection, Passover, Good Friday, Crucifixion

Easter Card Puzzle Relay

Pop the balloons to get the puzzle pieces and be the first to assemble them correctly. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 03, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games, Scripture Memory

Easter Egg Bowling

How close can you get your egg to the the chocolate rabbit without touching it. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:22 PM on April 07, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Egg, Chocolate bunny, Easter Party Games

Easter Egg Nose Roll

Roll an easter egg across the finish line using only your nose. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on March 27, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games, Messy Games, Easter egg ideas

Easter Egg Spoon Relay

Place the egg on the spoon and run to the opposite end of the room and back without dropping it. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 02, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Messy Games, Holiday games, Easter egg ideas

Easter Exchange

Can you grab a chair while youth switch places based on Easter symbols? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on March 30, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games

Easter Pictionary

How well can you draw items related to Easter? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 06, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Holiday Games, Easter Games

Easter Text Twist

How many words can you make from the letters contained in the word "Easter"? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:19 AM on March 30, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, party games, word games, paper and pencil activities

Easter Twister

Twister is a very simple game that can become very complicated as the players can easily get tied up in knots. Play a classic game of twister replacing the colored dots with symbols commonly associated with Easter. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on March 25, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games

Egghead

Will you be the one with a raw egg cracked on your head? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 13, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Messy Games, Easter games, Holiday Games, Easter egg ideas

Falling Leaf

In this group builder, youth will learn to trust one another. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 05:18 PM on June 05, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Trust Game, Group Builder, Team building, unity, trust, support, encouragement

Family Dress-up

Students will play a game to remind them that family is important. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on June 18, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Father, Father's Day, Game ideas, dad, relay race

Family Portrait

An icebreaker game for your next family focused youth event. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on February 25, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: icebreaker, family, youth - parent event

Father May I?

In this variation of "Mother May I?" Children ask Father rather than mother for permission (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on June 16, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Father, Father's day, dad

Father's Business Trip

In this game, children must remember the business trips of father's going through the alphabet. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on June 16, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: father's day, father, dad, game ideas

Father's Day Relay

Father's Day Game Ideas (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:03 AM on June 16, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Father's Day, Dad

Find Father's Tie

Students must find the tie that has been hidden in the room. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on June 17, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Father's Day, father, dad, game ideas

Find Jesus

Are you observant enough to find Jesus? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 17, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Wisemen, Magi

Follow the Star

The object of this Christmas scavenger hunt variation is to travel in the direction indicated by one point of a Christmas star until another star of the same color is found. A series of Christmas stars will eventually lead the youth or children to a Christmas Gift marked by a star. This Christmas game serves as an introduction to the wisemen in the Christmas Story who followed the star to find baby Jesus. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:08 AM on December 02, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas, Scavenger Hunt, Find Jesus, Follow the star, Christmas gift, Christmas Game, Christmas Party Game, Christmas Holiday, Christian Journey

Four Men in a Sleigh

Can you remember who is who and get everyone in your team in the sleigh? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:08 AM on December 15, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Icebreakers, Holiday Games

Fractured Valentines

Create random Valentine's from youth responses. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:00 PM on February 11, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Valentine's Day Games, Hearts, Holiday Games, Love, relationships

Freeze Tag

A game of freeze tag serves as a visual illustration of the fact that we are unable to break free from the oppressions in our lives. Jesus must set us free. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:41 AM on May 16, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords:

Fruit Basket Turnover - Thanksgiving Version

This is the classic fruit basket turnover game modified for a Thanksgiving theme (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:44 PM on November 20, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving holiday game idea, thanks

Gifts to Edify

Use this simulation game / structured experience to discuss the use of gifts in the church- the body of Christ. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:14 AM on August 18, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: spiritual gifts, church, unity, teamwork, cooperation, talents, Holy Spirit, Romans 12:6-8, simulations, structured experiences

God is my father

Children will explore Fatherly qualities in God. The goal is to help children learn that God is a father who will never leave and who will always treat them with kindness and love. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 PM on June 18, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Father, Father's Day, Dad, game ideas

Guess the Jelly Beans

Can you guess the Jelly Beans in the Easter Jar? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 13, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games

Halloween Bowling Party

Thinking of a youth bowling party? Here's a way to have fun while making it less dependent on skill. Great youth idea for Halloween as well! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:33 PM on October 03, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Halloween Costume Bowling Party

Harvest Festival Games

Two games you can use at your next harvest festival or Halloween alternative event. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:06 AM on October 29, 2007 | Link | Comments (2)
Keywords: Halloween alternative, fall carnival, harvest festival

Hearts in a Bottle

Can you guess the number of Valentine Candy Hearts in the bottle? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:01 AM on February 01, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Valentine's Day Party Ideas

Helium Stick

Group Size: 10 to 30 Time: 20-60 minutes Applications: Trust, Communication, Frustration, Blame, Focus, Shared Vision, Problem-solving, Commitment/Effort, Compensating for Differences Materials The filled stick (Really, just an ordinary 8 foot long light tent pole.) Summary The stick is very... (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:18 AM on July 07, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
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I Doubt It?

An examination of Truth and doubt. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:11 PM on October 05, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Truth, Doubt, Honesty Integrity, Character, Reputation

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus

Which couple can eat the candy the quickest without using their hands? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:45 PM on December 13, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

I Scream Sunday

This messy game has no lesson or meaning and is simply an opportunity for youth to have fun while getting a little messy with their dessert (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on June 07, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: messy games, partner games, couple games

ID Cards

Great way to divide kids into various groups for games or youth camp. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 04:16 PM on August 03, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
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It Makes Sense

Use your senses to identify the objects (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:04 AM on August 08, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: senses, smell, touch, objects, items, games, activities

It Makes Sense 2

Use your senses to identify the foods (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 12, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: senses, taste, touch, food, snacks, games, activities

Jelly Bean Relay

Can your team remove all of its colored jelly means first? The color of the Jelly Beans can be used as a gospel presentation. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 05, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games, Gospel, Evangelism, Witnessing, Sharing Christ, Jelly Bean Games

Leap of Faith

Use this group building game to build community, teamwork, and trust within the group. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 16, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: trust, faith, support, encouragement, group builders, community, teamwork

Life-Size Foosball

Played like foosball (also known as table soccer) this game is a less strenuous form of soccer that almost anyone can play. The game can also serve as an introduction to responsibility and service in the church. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:25 AM on December 30, 2007 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Beach games, outdoor games, football, foosball, group games, team games, responsibility, gifts, serving in the church, goals, objectives

LifeSavers Candy Tournament

Use candy with a hole in it like lifesavers or mints to play a variety of miniature games (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 03:05 PM on July 21, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: candy, games, mini-games, crowdbreakers

Listening to God

You can use this simulation game to lead participants into a discussion about variety of issues:

How to better listen to God
Trusting other people
The effects of various influences in our lives
Learning how to discern the love of God in a world where people deceive you.

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Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:00 AM on August 13, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Simulation Games, Guidance, Holy Spirit, influences, discernment, listening to God, negative influences, deception

LoveBirds on a Perch

This is a high energy elimination game for Valentine's Day where one couple is eliminated from play each round until there is only one couple left. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:48 AM on February 10, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Valentine's Day, party game, love birds, holiday games, birdie on a perch

Mayflower Memory

This Thanksgiving game tests your memory. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 04:41 PM on November 22, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving Games, Holiday Games

Mother Child Trivia

This Mother's Day Game idea makes a great activity to encourage mother-child communication, especially among teens. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:56 PM on May 06, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Mother, Mother's Day, Mom

Mother's Day Games

Use these games for a Mother's Day Activity. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 07:50 PM on May 08, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Mom, Mother's Day, Mother

Murder

In this crowdbreaker, youth will try to guess the identity of a murderer, before they are murdered. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on June 08, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Murderer, crowdbreaker, group games, keen observation, party games

Name that Christmas Tune

Can you name the Christmas tune? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:46 PM on December 14, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Carols, Christmas Songs, Caroling, Christmas Games, Holiday Games

New Year Party Hats

It's a common custom to hold New Year's Parties and distribute party hats and noisemakers to the guests. In this game, the objective is to NOT be the last person wearing the party hat! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 PM on December 27, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: New Year Party Game, New Year Celebration, New Year's Eve, Midnight

New Year's Charades

In this classic variation of charades participants must act out phrases or words in order for team members to guess the correct phrase. The essence of Charades is pantomimes: you must act out a word or phrase without speaking or making any sound effects. For a New Year's Party Game, use events from the past year for items. You can still use the typical categories of charades like TV shows, Movies, books etc, but use those that were released in the previous 12 months! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 PM on December 31, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Resolutions, New Year Party Games, charades, mime, holiday celebrations, goal setting, planning for the future, dreams, visions, growth, change

New Year's Pictionary

How well can you draw items related to the New Year? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:48 PM on December 29, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: New Year, Party Games, New Year's Party

New Year's Resolutions

Can you guess the resolutions and goals for the new year? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 05:13 PM on December 29, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: New Year, New Year's Party, New Year's Resolutions, Party Games

New Year's Resolutions

A traditional New Year's Tradition is to think of something you want to change in the new year and commit yourself to it. Can you identify the guest who wrote each of the New Year's Resolutions? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 28, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Ice Breakers, New Years Resolution, New Year's Party Games, New year, Holiday Activities

New Year's Win, Lose or Draw

This variation of charades began as a TV show in which participants drew illustrations of the phrases in order for team members to guess the correct phrase. For a New Year's Party Game, use events from the past year for items. You can still use the typical categories of charades like TV shows, Movies, books etc, but use those that were released in the previous 12 months! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 31, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Resolutions, New Year Party Games, Sketch, charades variation, holiday games, goal setting, planning for the future, dreams, visions, growth, change

Old Testament Men Trivia

Trivia questions of men in the Bible. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on June 18, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: men of the Bible, Trivia, Father's Day

Onomatopoeia Photo Hunt

Youth must photograph the object or creature that makes the corresponding sound. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:44 PM on March 03, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Sound Scavenger Hunt, Sounds, Photo Scavenger Hunt, Games

Order in Chaos

The group must line themselves up in numeric order without talking or peeking. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:06 AM on July 03, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Bridging Gaps, Communication, Active-Passive roles, group dynamics, initiative games, simulations

Out of the Tomb

Use this Easter game as an introduction to the empty tomb and Christ's resurrection. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:00 AM on March 10, 2007 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Easter, tomb, resurrection, Christ has risen, confusion, evangelism, life

Pass the Brains

Play "pass the parcel" with a pumpkin (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:14 AM on October 31, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Halloween Alternative, Searching, Seeking, Finding, Treasures, fall festival, harvest festival

Pass the Orange (Christmas Variation)

Participants must pass an orange down a line of participants using only their chins. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 06, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: orange, relay game, Christmas, Chinese New Year, party games

Persecuted

Use the game of dodgeball as an object lesson on persecution (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:03 AM on June 06, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Persecution

Persecuted Church

Sometimes called "Communist church", I prefer to call it persecuted church because communist countries are not the only places where the church is persecuted! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on August 24, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: game, persecution, church, lock-in games, overnight games

Persecuted?

Use this game as an introduction to the topic of persecution. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:48 AM on June 05, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Persecution

Place Jesus in the Manger

A Christmas variation of Pin The Tail on the Donkey (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:10 AM on December 11, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Poor Kitty

In this crowdbreaker/icebreaker game, youth try to get someone to smile or laugh by taking on the characteristics of a kitten. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:59 PM on July 27, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: crowdbreaker, icebreaker, getting to know you, introductions

Porcupine Relay

In this relay race, participants pass a marshmallow to the end of the line using toothpicks. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 17, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: relay race, marshmallow games, difficulties, evangelism, gospel, sharing Christ, witnessing

Predictions

Can you predict what will happen in the new year? This little game gives you a chance to give a small party favor (gag gift) to each visitor to your new Year Party and generate a few laughs at the same time and end with a reminder that God's gifts are no joke! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 31, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: New Year's predictions, future, hope, dreams, New year Party Games, gag gifts, prophecy

Progressive Santa

Everyone knows how Santa Claus looks right? The red hat, the black belt, rosy cheeks... But how well can you draw him? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:28 PM on December 12, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Santa Claus, St. Nick, Christmas Party Game

Pumpkin Bowling

Use vegetables for a wild bowling variation. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:07 AM on October 26, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Struggles, Halloween, Harvest Festival, Sports, fall festival, thanksgiving

Pumpkin Picasso

How well can you draw the Halloween Jack-o-Lantern? What roles do a clear vision and clear instructions play in accomplishing our goals and objectives in life? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:51 PM on October 28, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Halloween Alternative, harvest festival, jack-0-lantern, October 31st, fall carnival, fall festival, pumpkin

Pumpkin Puzzles

Youth will cut up pumpkins and then try to put a cut up pumpkin back together again. The game can be used as an object lesson illustrating God's restoration of our lives. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 07:00 PM on October 16, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Sin, forgiveness, halloween alternatives, pumpkins, evangelism, restoration, the work of Christ, fall festival, harvest festival, thanksgiving

Red and Black

In this classic simulation game, youth learn that not everything has to be an "I win" "you lose" scenario. It can be win-win. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 PM on June 10, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Simulation game, greed, Selfishness

Remember When?

This game provides a reflection on the previous year by requiring participants to remember which month key events of that past one year occurred! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 29, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: New Year Celebration, remembrance, reflection, Holiday Party Game, New Year's Party Activity

Romans and Christians

In this classic simulation game, youth learn what it means to stand up for one's faith and to totally trust God even in situations where they may face incredible adversity. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:30 PM on June 06, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Taking a stand, Belief, Government Authorities, Faithfulness, Persecution

Rudolph Dodgeball

A Christmas version of a common tag game called "Catch the Dragon's Tail" (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:21 PM on December 11, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Christmas Party Ideas

Santa Beard Relay

Relay race using cottonballs stuck to the chins of youth. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:10 AM on December 19, 2005 | Link | Comments (2)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Relay Race

Santa Dress Up

Who makes the best Santa? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 20, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Santa

Santa Hat Game

Don't be the last to remove your hat! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:13 PM on December 08, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Santa Suit Relay

Let every have a chance to be Santa at Your Christmas Party this holiday season! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:34 PM on December 10, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Party Idea, Christmas Party Games, Advent, Holiday, Relay Race, Santa Claus, Saint Nick, St. Nick, Kris Kringle

Sardines

In this classic variation of hide-and-seek, youth search for the hidden persons and then join them in their hiding place. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on June 12, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Game ideas, youth games, hide-and-seek

Scatterball

We are fallen people and onlY God can raise us up. A game of scatterball serves as a visual illustration of the fact that we are unable to break free from the oppressions in our lives by ourselves. Jesus must set us free. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:48 AM on May 17, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: fallen nature, sinful nature, God lifts us up, uplifting, raise up

Scattered Nativity

Can you locate all the pieces of the nativity scene? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 09, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games, Christmas Party Ideas, Scavenger Hunt

Scattered Reminders of Easter

How many items from the Biblical Easter account can you find around the room? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on March 31, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday games, Scavenger Hunt, Easter egg ideas

Scavenger Hunt Riddles I

Add riddles to increase the difficulty of your next scavenger hunt. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 PM on March 01, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Scavenger Hunt, Photo Hunt, Video Hunt, riddles, puzzles

Scavenger Hunt Riddles II

Add riddles to increase the difficulty of your next scavenger hunt. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:05 PM on March 11, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Scavenger Hunt, Photo Hunt, Video Hunt, riddles, puzzles

Scavenger Hunt Riddles III

Add riddles to increase the difficulty of your next scavenger hunt. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 05, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Scavenger Hunt, Photo Hunt, Video Hunt, riddles, puzzles

Searching for Dad

Use this as a Father's Day game or for a father child event (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:48 AM on June 11, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Father's Day

Searching for Dad

Students must describe their Father to others to retrieve a photo of their father. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 PM on June 16, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Father, Father's Day, dad

Shared Vision

Use this exercize to illustrate the importance of a shared vision. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:30 AM on June 19, 2006 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Vision, Goals, Objectives

Singing the Blues - Scavenger Hunt

Your Youth will be "Singing the Blues" with this Scavenger Hunt list. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on May 04, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Scavenger Hunt Ideas

Sleepy Hollow

While you may not lose your head playing this game, the head to head play is wild and fun! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:10 PM on October 19, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: games, hat, Halloween, fall festival

Sniffing for Candy Canes

Santa lost his candy canes in the snow and has asked his reindeer to sniff them out. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:20 AM on December 09, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Snowball fight II

Can you tell who threw it? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:20 AM on December 14, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Soap Bubble Relay

In this relay race groups must blow and fan soap bubbles to a destination and back. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 PM on August 21, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: soap bubbles, relay race, relay games, group games, teamwork.

Sock Guess

This game for Mother's Day reminds children and youth of the numerous roles that mothers play in our lives (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:33 PM on May 08, 2005 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: Mother, Mom, Mother's Day

Someone Moved

See how observant you are! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:15 PM on March 10, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Games, Perception, Awareness

Spell It

Use a scrabble game to add variation to your next Bible Quiz or Scripture memory game. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:09 PM on June 29, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
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Spider Soccer

Just as a spider has eight legs, so does this soccer player. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:05 PM on March 03, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Sports Variations

Spider Soccer

In this variation of soccer or international football, youth are bound together with 3 other persons to play the game. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on June 13, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: teamwork, sports variations, youth games

Stand Up

Activity Try this one in pairs first, then groups of three, then fours and work up to the entire group. Sit on the ground, back-to-back, knees bent and elbows locked. Try to stand up without falling down. For the large... (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:48 PM on July 28, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: group game

SuperBowl Charades

American Football is a national past-time and it doesn't get any better than the Superbowl. When the Superbowl comes around, why not take the opportunity to tackle a few games with your youth while you score a few goals for the kingdom of God. This is the first, of several ideas to take advantage of all the SuperBowl hype to reach out the youth! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:54 PM on January 23, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: SuperBowl, American Football, Superbowl Party Games, Unity, Church, Team, Goals, Opposition, Setbacks

SuperBowl Teams

Can you identify all the football teams? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:18 AM on January 24, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Football, superbowl, teams, puzzles, after game fellowship, 5th quarter, half-time game

Superbowl Party Game Ideas and Activities

The Superbowl is a great opportunity to tackle a few games with your youth while you score a few goals for the kingdom of God! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:16 AM on February 01, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: SuperBowl, American Football, Superbowl Party Games, Unity, Church, Team, Goals, sports, team, after game fellowship, 5th quarter, half-time game

Teacher Scavenger Hunt

Can you find your teachers in this scavenger hunt? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on February 24, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Scavenger Hunt, Games

Tearable Christmas Tree

How well can you tear a piece of green paper into the form of a Christmas Tree? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:30 AM on December 15, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Games, Holiday Games

Tearable Easter Rabbit

How well can you tear a piece of paper into the form of the Easter Bunny? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on April 12, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter Games, Holiday Games

Tearable Turkey

How well can you tear out the shape of a turkey behind your back? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:20 PM on November 24, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving Games, Holiday Games

Thanksgiving Bingo

Add some Thanksgiving holiday fun with a bingo game. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:24 PM on November 19, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving, Holiday, Fun

Thanksgiving Boggle

How many words can you make from the letters in the word "Thanksgiving" (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:45 PM on November 16, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving holiday party games, thanks, gratitude

Thanksgiving Game Ideas

Collection of Thanksgiving Games (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:09 PM on November 23, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving, games, thanks, gratitude

Thanksgiving Memory Game

This Thanksgiving Party game can be used with small or large groups. The key objective is to remember a long and growing list of Thanksgiving related items. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:26 PM on November 05, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving, thankfulness, Holiday, Party Game, Dinner Table Activity

Thanksgiving Party Games

Planning a Thanksgiving Party or Thanksgiving Holiday related event or activity for your youth group this year? Having a family get-together or celebration for the Thanksgiving Holiday? If so, here are some fun Thanksgiving games from the "Creative Youth Ideas" archives to add a little wild fun and excitement to any Thanksgiving Celebration! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:47 PM on November 03, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thanksgiving Party Games, Thanksgiving celebration