Shake it up

Kids pair up to learn fun handshake combinations, improving coordination, focus, teamwork, and social interaction.

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Everything you need to play this game

Make it yourself

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Step 1

Prepare sliding panel
  • Divide panel into 6 horizontal rows.
  • Attach sliding doors/cards for each row so they can move horizontally.
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Step 2

Design handshake combinations

Assign handshakes to cards or symbols (e.g., high five, fist bump, wave, snap).

Color-code rows:

  • Green (bottom 2 rows): simple handshakes
  • Orange (middle 2 rows): medium complexity
  • Red (top 2 rows): complex handshakes
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A step-by-step guide to play the game

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Pair the children in groups of 2.

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Explain that each pair must perform the handshake combinations as shown on the panel.

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Choose a playing option:

  • Simultaneous: All pairs perform handshakes at the same time.
  • Turns & Watch: Pairs take turns while others observe.
  • Competition: Pairs take turns; if a pair makes an incorrect handshake, they are excluded. Continue until one winning pair remains.
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Facilitator can guide or demonstrate handshakes if needed.

Repeat combinations for multiple rounds to practice memory and coordination.

Extra game information

Levels of Complexity

  • Green (lower 2 rows): simple handshakes
  • Orange (middle 2 rows): medium complexity handshakes
  • Red (top 2 rows): complex handshakes


  • Can be played indoors or outdoors.
  • Adjust difficulty by using fewer or more rows.
  • Encourage children to cheer for each other to promote social skills.
  • Add new handshake moves to keep the game fresh and engaging.
  • Works well for groups of 4–20 children.


Variations

  • Memory Challenge: Show the combination for 5 seconds, then hide panel and ask pairs to perform from memory.
  • Speed Round: Pairs perform sequences as quickly as possible; fastest correct pair wins.
  • Mirror Mode: One child leads, and the partner mirrors the moves.
  • Team Relay: Pairs complete sequences and tag the next pair to continue.
  • Custom Combinations: Children create their own handshakes for the panel.

Specific learning objectives

Confidence & Competition: Learn to handle challenges and friendly competition.

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