Catching the sponge
| Time: | approx. 5 - 10 min. |
| Recommended age: | all ages |
| Size of group: | from 6-8 teammates ideal |
| Time for preparation: | none |
| Material: | Sponges, water |
Game description
Each participant is given a sponge at the beginning of the game. If the game takes place inside a building, it is advisable to play with dry sponges; when you play outdoors, use wet sponges. Next, the participants throw their sponges, and another child has to try and catch a sponge. As soon as the sponges touch the ground you are not allowed to pick them up anymore. Those kids who end up without a sponge are eliminated from the game.
Option
Alternatively, you can use one sponge less then there are kids. In this case, you do not only have to catch a sponge, you can grab a sponge any way possible. The one ending up without a sponge lose the game.
Judging
The final winner is the last man standing
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