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Rock Paper Scissors Tournament

Students play rock paper scissors, and losers become the cheering section of the winner. It ends with two finalists and the whole class cheering.

  • πŸŽ“ Grades K–12
  • ⏱ 5–10 min
  • πŸ‘₯ Whole class
  • πŸ“¦ No prep
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How to play Rock Paper Scissors Tournament

  1. Everyone finds a partner and plays one round of rock paper scissors.
  2. The loser becomes the winner's biggest fan and follows them, cheering their name.
  3. Winners find another winner and play again. Their fans follow and keep cheering.
  4. Keep going until only two players remain, each with half the class cheering.
  5. Play the final in the middle of the room.

πŸ’‘ Teacher tips

  • This is loud. Save it for the end of the day or a big brain break.
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