Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament

Supplies

• No equipment required

• Optional:

  • Whistle or bell

  • Whiteboard or paper to track winners

  • Stickers or stamps for participants

Set-Up

• Choose a clear playing area (hall, playground, or open classroom)

• Explain and demonstrate the three actions:

  • Rock = fist

  • Paper = flat hand

  • Scissors = two fingers

• Remind children this is a friendly game — cheering is encouraged, arguing is not

How to Play (Tournament Style)

1. Pair children upStaff help younger children find a partner.

2. Play one roundOn the count of “Rock, Paper, Scissors, SHOOT!”, both players show their choice.

3. Winner moves on

   • Winner moves to the next round

   • Loser steps aside and becomes a cheer supporter or joins the consolation round

4. Re-pair winnersWinners are paired again and repeat the process.

5. Continue roundsKeep playing until:

   • One overall winner remains or

   • Time runs out

Optional Variations

• Best of Three – players must win two rounds

• Team Tournament – teams send one player at a time

• Consolation Games – losers continue playing for fun

• Kindness Rule – winner gives the loser a high-five or kind comment

Behaviour & Safety Notes

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