Difficulty:
(Easy)

RPS Train

Grade K–8
Whole Group (10–35) Players
10–15 min

Focus

Teamwork • Sportsmanship • Belonging

Set-up

Have participants spread throughout the activity area. Review Rock, Paper, Scissors.

How to Play

Players pair up and play one round of Rock, Paper, Scissors. The winner becomes the head of a train while the loser joins behind as the caboose. Two-person trains then challenge other trains. The losing train connects to the back of the winning train. Continue until the entire class forms one long train.

Rules

Play one round per match.
Stay connected to your train.
Cheer for everyone.
Celebrate the final championship.

Keep It Going

Use as a transition/lineup activity.
Add a locomotive sound.
Have trains do challenges while connected.

ESY Modification

  • Keep trains small at first.
  • Practice connection before playing.
  • Adult anchors the train when helpful.

Related Indoor Activity Guide

RPS Stretch
Difficulty:
K–8
Pairs → Whole Group
10–15 min

Participants spread out with enough personal space. Review Rock, Paper, Scissors.

Four Squares Challenge
Difficulty:
3–8
Pairs
8–12 min

Create four equal squares on the floor. Partners work together with one performing while the other counts repetitions.

Support Tag
Difficulty:
3–8
Whole Group (15–35)
10–15 min

Choose 5–7 taggers. Everyone else spreads throughout the activity area.