Games And Us
Discussion Questions
Why do we play games? What is the purpose of playing games?
What are the benefits from playing certain games? Give certain examples.
Do only children play games? What are some of the games that adults play?
Can you name ten games that are being played during snack and lunch time?
Which game are you going to play at snack or lunch time today? Why do you enjoy playing this game so much?
What is your favourite game at school and at home?
Do you know the history and origin of your favourite game?
What games do you think the people in China play?
Are you able to name some games that may have originated from China?
**Are you familiar with the 'Matching Mahjong Tile' game? Do you recognise any of these tiles? Visit this website and give this game a try!
http://www.learn4good.com/games/board/mahjongg.htm
Game Sort Activity
| game_sort.pdf |
Look at the different games in the boxes and discuss the following questions with a partner.
Which game is your favourite? Why?
Which games are team games?
How else could you sort these games out?
Which of these games have originated from China?
Which game is your favourite? Why?
Which games are team games?
How else could you sort these games out?
Which of these games have originated from China?
Use your imagination...
What do you think this is? With a few of your friends, make up a game involving this piece of equipment. Your made-up game must have rules. Share your games with other groups.
Discuss the various games that other groups have made up. How are they similar or different to each other?
Discuss the various games that other groups have made up. How are they similar or different to each other?
