Mermaid Races

Supplies:

• Pillowcases, sacks, or large fabric bags (one per player)

• Cones or markers for the race track

• Optional: tinsel, fabric tails, or ribbons for decoration

Steps:

1. Give each child a pillowcase or sack to use as their “mermaid tail.”

2. Have all players stand inside their sacks at the start line, holding the top edges around their waist.

3. On “Go!”, players must hop or wiggle their way to the finish line — just like mermaids swimming on land!

4. The first mermaid to cross the finish line wins.

5. Repeat with different rounds — backward races, relay teams, or obstacle versions.