Spot The Game Activity Sheet Day 1 Activity 10-Minute Mission
Spot the Game
Name:
Date:
Step 1 is looking! Before you walk over, look for open space and smiling faces.
Clue Guide: What Does It Look Like?
OPEN GAME Good to ask!
👋 Kids are waving or looking happy
⭕ Circle has an open spot to stand
⚽ Group needs more players to play
FULL OR BUSY Wait or look around!
🏃 Mid-race or fast game running
👥 All positions or swings are full
🤫 Two friends whispering quietly
Practice: Check One Box for Each Picture
⚽
Kickball Game
Kids calling out: "We need one more kicker!"
Open Game
Full / Wait
🪜
Monkey Bars Line
Line has 8 kids standing very close together.
Open Game
Full / Wait
🖍️
Sidewalk Chalk
2 kids drawing with lots of open chalk pieces.
Open Game
Full / Wait
My Pick: Circle 1 or 2 Games to Spot Today
Pick Today!
⚽ Kickball Field
🏀 Basketball Hoops
🖍️ Chalk Art Blacktop
🤾 Catch / Tag Grass
Who is one friend you might look for today?
Three Steps Join Action Sheet Day 2 Activity 10-Minute Mission
The 3 Steps to Ask
Name:
Date:
Remember: Walk close, wait for a stop, then say or show your words!
The 3-Step Routine
1
🚶
WALK OVER
Walk near the game. Keep 1 arm distance.
Personal Space
2
⏸️
WAIT FOR A STOP
Wait for a turn to end or the ball to stop.
Don't Interrupt
3
🗣️
ASK OR SHOW
Say "Can I play?" or hold up your card.
Clear Words
Pick Your Words: Choose 1 That Feels Best
OPTION A 🤝
"Can I play?"
Short, easy, and super friendly.
My Favorite
OPTION B 🏀
"Need one more?"
Great for teams and sports games.
My Favorite
OPTION C 🪪
Show Card
Point or tap your pocket visual card.
My Favorite
Finger-Tap Rehearsal (Practice 3 Times Right Now!)
Tap 1 • 2 • 3
Round 1
With Teacher
✓
Round 2
With a Buddy
✓
Round 3
Solo Try
✓
Write or trace your words:
C A N I P L A Y ?
Yes And No Decision Sheet Day 3 Activity 10-Minute Mission
Yes and No: The Decision Map
Name:
Date:
When someone says "no," it just means the game is full. We stay calm and pick Plan B!
What Happens Next? Follow the Paths
THEY SAY "YES!" 🎉
😊
1. Smile
Show friendly eyes
🗣️
2. Say "Thanks!"
Or give a thumbs up
🏃
3. Join In
Follow game rules
MISSION COMPLETE! 🌟
THEY SAY "NO" 🛡️
🫁
1. Calm Breath
Breathe in 3 sec, out 3 sec
👍
2. Say "Okay!"
Stay cool & walk smooth
🔄
3. Switch to PLAN B
Pick from your menu below
CALM CHAMPION! 🏆
My Plan B Menu: Check 3 Things You Like
Always Have a Backup!
🛝
Swings / Slide
Solo fun
🖍️
Sidewalk Chalk
Draw mazes
🏀
Shoot Free Throws
Practice shots
🙋
Ask Someone Else
New friend
🚶
Walk with Teacher
Check yard
🪑
Buddy Bench
Sit & look
Teacher says: "Sorry, kickball teams are full right now!"
I say: "Okay, cool!" 👍
Play Practice Comic Sheet Day 4 Activity 10-Minute Mission
Play Practice Comic
Name:
Date:
Role-play time! Act out this comic strip with a partner or teacher before going outside.
Comic Strip: Walk Through the Story
PANEL 1 I Spot the Game
👀 🏀
"Look, basketball!"
Two kids are taking shots. There is an open court spot.
Action: Stop feet and check for open room.
PANEL 2 I Walk & Pause
🚶 ⏸️
"Wait for a stop."
The ball bounces into the hoop. The shooter catches it.
Action: 1 arm space away. Eyes up.
PANEL 3 I Ask with Words or Card
🗣️ 🪪
"Can I play?"
Clear, friendly voice or pointing to pocket card.
Action: Look at friend's face.
PANEL 4 I Respond Like a Pro
👍 🤝
If Yes: "Awesome!"
If No: "Okay!" (Plan B)
Action: Calm body in either situation!
Partner Rehearsal Checklist (Practice Now!)
Earn 3 Stars
Practice 1
Partner says: "YES!"
⭐
Practice 2
Partner says: "NO"
⭐
Practice 3
Show Pocket Card
⭐
🤝 Practice Partner Name:
Recess Pocket Visual Cards Portable Recess Tool Keep in Pocket or on Lanyard
Recess Pocket Visual Cards
Cut • Laminate • Ring Clip
How to use: Cut out each card along dashed lines. Punch top hole for a lanyard ring or slip in pocket!
⭕
•
Join In Card
👋 ⚽
"CAN I PLAY?"
Point or say with a smile!
•
Invite a Friend
🤝 🤾
"WANT TO PLAY?"
Ask someone sitting alone
•
Waiting in Line
⏳ 🪜
"MY TURN?"
For swings, slide, or 4-square
•
When They Say No
👍 🔄
"OKAY, COOL!"
Stay calm & pick Plan B!
•
Feeling Overwhelmed
🪑 🌬️
"I NEED A BREAK"
Sit on bench & take 3 breaths
•
Recess Ends
🙌 ⭐
"GOOD GAME!"
High five when bell rings!
🪪
This Pocket Deck Belongs To:
Clip to recess lanyard or front pocket
Recess Mission Tracker Worksheet Day 5 Activity 10-Minute Mission & Weekly Tracker
Recess Mission Tracker
Name:
Week of:
Your mission at recess: Use your words or pocket card to ask someone to play at least once!
👀
1. Spot Open Game
🪪
2. Ask or Show Card
⭐
3. Celebrate Effort!
Weekly Mission Log: Color Your Star Each Day!
MON Day 1
Game:
I Asked!
😊 😐 🙁
⭐
TUE Day 2
Game:
I Asked!
😊 😐 🙁
⭐
WED Day 3
Game:
I Asked!
😊 😐 🙁
⭐
THU Day 4
Game:
I Asked!
😊 😐 🙁
⭐
FRI Day 5
Game:
I Asked!
😊 😐 🙁
⭐
🏆
PLAYGROUND PAL CHAMPION
"I can ask, I can wait, and I can play!"
Teacher / Aide Recess Shoutout
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