Toothpaste Challenge
Item needed:
open
Min players:
6
Max players:
18
Required age:
7
Average cost:
$3
Game duration(Mins):
30 - 45
Give the kids either in pairs or as individuals a plate and a tube of toothpaste. The bigger tubes work best. Tell them the challenge is to get all the toothpaste out of the tube as quick as possible. Watch and see how quickly the squirt it onto the plate. Then once the toothpaste it out let them in on the secret. The actual challenge is to see how much toothpaste they can get back in the tube. Almost impossible. Gets really messy really fast. For the most part the toothpaste stays on the plate and all over their hands. Some try to blow into the empty tube of toothpaste to open it back up again.
Doesn’t work but worth suggesting to see them try. Point of the game is to be careful with your words. They can come out super fast but don’t always go back in so easily and can get messy if said in the wrong way.
Game Overview
Toothpaste Challenge is a fun and messy game designed to teach kids about the power of words and the importance of thinking before speaking. The game is simple: participants try to squeeze out all the toothpaste from a tube as quickly as possible, then attempt to put it back in. It’s nearly impossible and hilariously messy, providing a memorable lesson on the consequences of hasty actions.
Players
- Minimum Players: 6
- Maximum Players: 18
Required Age
- Minimum Age: 7 years old
Items Needed
- Plates (one for each participant or pair)
- Tubes of toothpaste (one for each participant or pair, larger tubes recommended)
Game Rules
Setup
- Divide Players: Arrange the players into pairs or let them play individually.
- Distribute Materials: Give each participant or pair a plate and a tube of toothpaste.
Instructions
- Initial Challenge: Announce to the players that their first challenge is to squeeze all the toothpaste out of the tube as quickly as possible onto the plate.
- Observe: Watch as the players enthusiastically squeeze the toothpaste out onto their plates. Allow some time for all participants to complete this task.
- The Real Challenge: Once everyone has emptied their tubes, reveal the actual challenge. Inform the players that they must now try to put the toothpaste back into the tube.
- Attempt and Enjoy: Allow players to attempt to put the toothpaste back in. Most will find it extremely difficult, if not impossible. Encourage creativity and enjoy the laughter as they try various methods, such as blowing into the tube.
Conclusion
- Debrief: After the game, gather all the players and discuss the experience. Highlight the lesson that words, like toothpaste, come out easily but can’t be taken back once spoken. Emphasize the importance of thinking before speaking to avoid messy situations.
Cleanup
- Cleaning Up: Provide wet wipes or access to a sink for the players to clean their hands. Make sure the area is tidied up and all used materials are disposed of properly.
Safety Tips
- Ensure the toothpaste used is safe for children and non-toxic.
- Supervise the game to prevent any accidental ingestion of toothpaste.
Cost Per Person
- The cost will mainly depend on the price of the toothpaste tubes. Estimate around $1-$3 per person, depending on the brand and size of the tubes purchased.
Duration
- Approximately 30-45 minutes, including setup, gameplay, and cleanup.
Enjoy the Toothpaste Challenge and remember the valuable lesson it brings!