How to organize an unforgettable educational day with giant games
The pedagogical day – two words that bring smiles to students’ faces and sometimes cold sweat to the teachers in charge of organizing it. How do you fill an entire day with something educational, engaging and memorable? The answer is simpler than you might think: giant games. Here’s how to turn your school’s next field day into an event your students will be talking about for years to come.
Why giant games are perfect for an educational day
Giant games aren’t just entertainment. They develop essential skills: collaboration, communication, frustration management, strategic thinking and natural leadership. In just one day, your students learn to work as a team in a positive context, without even realizing it.
Unlike traditional activities, giant games are suitable for all age groups – from primary to secondary – and allow more reserved students to integrate naturally, without pressure. The festive atmosphere erases the usual social dynamics and creates new complicities.
The ideal formula: the School Tourniquet
Our flagship concept for schools is the Cadet Tourniquet – an organized rotation in which groups of pupils move from one play station to another every 15 to 20 minutes.
The principle is simple and highly effective:
- Divide students into teams of 6 to 10.
- Install 4 to 6 giant play stations in the courtyard or gymnasium
- Each team rotates with an animator who manages the rhythm.
- Real-time ranking creates emulation and commitment
The result: everyone plays, everyone moves, and no one gets bored. See the games catalog →
Which games to choose according to the age of the pupils
Not all games are suitable for all groups. Here are our recommendations:
Primary (ages 6 to 12)
Games of skill and cooperation work wonders. Giant Jenga, Cornhole and fairground games create instant bonding moments. The simple rules allow everyone to join in from the very first seconds.
Secondary (ages 12 to 17)
Teens crave challenge and competition. Axe Throwing (safe version), Billiards Golf and Slackline capture their attention and offer them the thrill of mastering something new. The Arcade Retro Station also creates a surprising intergenerational bridge with teachers.
Logistics made easy with Les Gars des Jeux
We know that teachers and principals already have enough on their plates without having to deal with the logistics of an event. That’s why our educational day package is designed to be hassle-free:
- Complete delivery and installation before students arrive
- Professional animators on hand to manage rotations, explain rules and maintain energy
- Dismantling and recovery of equipment at the end of the day
- Adapt to the terrain: schoolyard, gymnasium, multi-purpose hall – we adapt to your space
All you have to do is welcome your students. The rest is up to us.
For theme days
Are you organizing a day around a specific theme – sport, cooperation, well-being, the environment? We can tailor the game selection and animation accordingly. Our team is used to working with schools to create experiences that align with your educational objectives for the day.
The White Day or Green Day is an excellent example: a complete themed formula that combines games, physical challenges and team spirit in a coherent framework.
Book now – April dates are going fast
Spring pedagogical days are being planned right now in schools across Quebec. Available slots for April and May are filling up fast – especially on Fridays and dates around school vacations.
To guarantee the availability of your date, we recommend that you submit your request now. It’s free, without obligation, and takes less than 2 minutes.
