Ice-Breaker Games For Children

Ice-Breaker Games

Coping with a large group of children who you don't know can be intimidating for an adult - and it can be very scary for the children, too. We have listed below some good ice-breaker games which will help the kids to get to know each other (and you to get to know them, too).

Find Your Partner NEW!
Great for pairing up children at the beginning of a party, and for breaking the ice when kids don't know each other well as everyone has an excuse to approach other people and start talking.

Getting To Know You
This is an ice-breaking circle game which will help kids get to know each other quickly.

I Like To ...
A simple memory game which helps children get to know each other and is fun to play too.

Make A Name Book NEW!
More of a craft activity than a game, this is included because it is such a great way for kids to get to know each other.

My Bear
For younger children, this is a game that shows children that they are unique but also allows them to see things that they have in common.

My Favorite Things
A good game for younger children, especially shy ones!

Name Chase
This is a good game for young children who don't yet know each other's names, based on Duck, Duck, Goose. It works particularly well when new children join a group who already know each other.

The Name Game
This is probably my all-time favorite game, as it can be tailored for all occasions, works with all ages, breaks the ice when people don't know each other, and causes much merriment with the best of friends.

Who Am I?
This is a nice way of calming down a group of children as it tests not only their powers of observation but also their ability to listen closely.

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