Sunshine Spelling & Counting Adventure

(Ages: 3-6 | Players: Whole class or small groups)

Objective:

Students will practice letter recognition, phonics, and counting skills while moving around the rug in a fun and interactive way.

Game Setup:

• Assign each student to a cloud (numbers 1-9) or a letter on the border of the rug.
• Have flashcards with letters, simple words, and numbers prepared.
• Optional: Use a small beanbag as a "sunbeam" to pass around.

How to Play:

Round 1: Alphabet Walk 🌈

• The teacher calls out a letter, and the student standing on that letter says a word that starts with that letter.
• If correct, they take a step toward the sun in the middle.
• If unsure, they can ask a classmate for help.

Round 2: Counting Clouds ☁️

• The teacher calls out a number, and the student standing on that number claps or jumps that many times.
• To make it more advanced, students can create a math problem using that number (e.g., "4 + 2 = 6").
• The student then moves toward the sun.

Round 3: Sunshine Challenge ☀️

• The teacher places the beanbag on a letter or cloud number.
• The student at that spot must either:
  • Say a word that starts with the letter.
  • Count up to the number or solve a simple math problem.
  • Spell a short word that uses that letter.
• If they succeed, they pass the "sunbeam" to another student of their choice.

Winning the Game:

• Once all students reach the sun, they do a "Sunshine Dance" (jump, spin, or high-five a friend).
• Everyone wins when they've participated and practiced their skills.

Variations for Different Ages:

• Younger learners: Focus on letter and number recognition.
• Older learners: Add phonics challenges, simple addition/subtraction, or storytelling with the letters.