Brain Break · Grades K–8

Charades Game for Kids

Act out friendly classroom prompts while classmates infer the answer. Put it on the classroom board and start playing now.

Classroom CharadesNo sign-up · Smartboard-ready
Teacher setup

Choose what your class will practise.

8 activities

Use this setup on another device

Download a setup file, then load that same file on another computer. You do not need to open or edit the file.

How to play Classroom Charades

  1. One student silently acts out the prompt.
  2. The class offers respectful guesses.
  3. Discuss the strongest clues.

Learning goal

Communicate meaning through gesture, observation, and inference.

Classroom setup

Plan about 5–15 min for this activity. It works best with whole class, with the game displayed where every learner can see the prompts. Before the first turn, review the controls and tell students how they should respond while another player is at the board. Listen for evidence of communication and movement as students explain their choices.

Teacher tips

  • Allow pairs to act together.
  • Set a short guessing limit.
  • Let students skip a prompt.

Frequently asked questions

Is this classroom game free?

Yes. The complete game is free to play without creating a teacher or student account.

Does it work on a smartboard?

Yes. The game uses large controls designed for projectors, interactive whiteboards, tablets, and laptops.

Who is this game designed for?

This version is designed primarily for grades K–8. Teachers can adjust turn-taking and verbal support for their group.