CRAZY OLYMPICS – Summer Fun
Work together in setting up various events, such as: Discus throw using paper plates; javelin throw using straws; shot-put using marshmallows; diving with each person tossing jelly beans into a container of water; one-yard dash by pushing cotton balls across floor with nose; and standing high jump using a donut suspended from ceiling about four inches above mouth with one bite a win.
If time allows, have an assortment of items spread out on a table. Divide the children into groups and have them invent a game using an item from the table. Play the games.