Contextualization

Hello, class! Are you ready to embark on a fun and learning-filled adventure? We're going to talk about two amazing games that have crossed generations and are still loved by many children and adults today: Hot Potato and Pass the Ring. Both are movement games that involve motor skills, teamwork, strategy, and lots of fun.

In our class, we'll dive into these games and understand how they're more than just games. They are powerful tools that help us develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills. Did you know that when playing Hot Potato and Pass the Ring, you are working on concepts such as time perception, motor coordination, problem solving, risk management, and even empathy? That's right, and that's just the beginning!

But before we get to the practical part, let's learn a little bit more about each of these games, their origins, and how they became so popular. You will be able to research and share your findings with the class. It's time to get your brains working and the fun started!

Introduction

Hot Potato is a game where participants form a circle and pass a "potato" (which can be a ball, a soft object, or even a real potato!) around while music plays. When the music stops, the player holding the "potato" is eliminated. The game continues until only one participant remains, who is the winner.

Pass the Ring is a game where participants form a circle and a ring is passed secretly from hand to hand. Meanwhile, a participant outside the circle tries to guess who has the ring. The game continues until the "detective" guesses correctly or until everyone has had a chance to pass the ring.

Both games have simple rules, but they hide a lot of learning. In Hot Potato, for example, we learn to deal with the pressure of making quick decisions while having fun with the idea of "passing the problem" to the next player. In Pass the Ring, we exercise our perception, attention, and observation skills.

In addition, these games also help us develop social and emotional skills. By playing as a team, we learn to respect others' ideas, work collectively, control our emotions in stressful situations, and deal with frustration when we lose.

Let's discover more about these games together and, at the same time, learn and have fun!

Practical Activity

Activity Title: "Discovering the Origins and Curiosities of Movement Games"

Project Objective:

• Understand the origins and history of the games Hot Potato and Pass the Ring.
• Develop research, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Reflect on the social and emotional learning that can be acquired through these games.

Detailed Project Description:

In this project, student teams will be challenged to research the origins and curiosities of the games Hot Potato and Pass the Ring. In addition, they will have to plan and carry out a demonstration of these games, discussing the strategies and reflections generated during the practice. The research and demonstration will be recorded in a report that will be presented to the class.

Materials Required:

• Books, encyclopedias, or internet access for research.
• Paper and pencils for notes.
• Materials for the demonstration of the games (ball, music, ring, etc.).

Step by Step:

1. Team Formation: Students will be divided into groups of 3 to 5 members.

2. Research: Each team will research the origins and curiosities of the games Hot Potato and Pass the Ring. They should look for information about the history of these games, how they were played in the past, and how they have changed over time. They should also look for interesting curiosities about the games.

3. Demonstration Planning: After the research, the teams should plan how they will demonstrate the games to the class. They should discuss the rules, the strategies, and the learning that can be acquired with each game.

4. Demonstration Execution: After planning, the teams will demonstrate the games Hot Potato and Pass the Ring to the class. During the demonstration, they should explain the rules, the strategies, and the learning that each game provides.

5. Report Preparation: Each team will prepare a report on the research and demonstration. The report should include the origin and curiosities of the games, the planning and description of the demonstration, as well as the reflections and learning that emerged during the project.

6. Report Presentation: Finally, each team will present their report to the class, sharing what they have learned and the discoveries they have made.

This project will allow students to explore the topic in a playful and practical way, while developing important social and emotional skills such as communication, cooperation, time management, problem solving, and creative thinking. In addition, the presentation of the reports will promote the development of oral expression and the sharing of ideas.

Remember, the most important thing is to have fun during the learning process!