Emerald Picking

Supplies

• Green cellophane squares (cut into “emeralds”)

• Chopsticks (1 set per child)

• Bowls or cups (to collect emeralds)

• Timer (optional, for timed rounds)

• Table space or floor area

Steps

1. Scatter the green cellophane pieces (emeralds) across a table or floor.

2. Give each child a pair of chopsticks and a small bowl or cup.

3. On “Go!”, children must pick up as many emeralds as they can using only chopsticks.

4. Continue until all emeralds are collected, or set a time limit (e.g., 1 minute).

5. Count each child’s emeralds to find the winner.

Variations

• Team relay: Teams take turns picking emeralds, one child at a time.

• Challenge mode: Add obstacles like spreading emeralds further apart or making them smaller.

• Beginner option: Use tongs instead of chopsticks for younger children.