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RRE Fun Day 2026: A New Kind of Field Day (And We Need You!)

FUN DAY this year will look a little different due to ongoing construction—but it’s also a great opportunity for parents to spend time in the classroom.


Instead of a traditional outdoor field day, we’re inviting parents to lead fun, engaging classroom activities for students.


Event Details

  • Fun Day: Friday, May 15th

  • Sign-Up Deadline: Friday, May 8th

  • Time Commitment: 25–30 minutes

👉 Sign up here: SignUp Genius


How It Works

  1. Sign up for a time slot

  2. Choose (or create) an activity

  3. Lead the activity with your child’s class


What to Plan

  • Activities should be classroom-friendly

  • Plan for 20–28 students (confirm the count with your teacher)

  • Keep it low-prep and easy to manage

  • Make sure activities are grade-level appropriate


When You Sign Up

Please include:

  • A description of your activity

  • If you’re open to helping another class in the same grade level


Activity Ideas (Click > to Expand)

Use the ideas below as inspiration, or feel free to bring your own classroom-friendly activity. Many activities can be adapted to make them easier or more difficult for different grade levels!


All-Grade Levels

Quiet Bingo

Grade Level: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Calm, structured bingo game to reset energy.

Instructions:

  1. Hand out bingo cards and markers/chips.

  2. Explain rules: listen, mark, no calling out.

  3. Call items slowly using pictures or words.

  4. Pause to check for bingo after each call set.

  5. Play 2–3 short rounds.

  6. Optional: small prizes or class applause.

Materials Needed:Printed bingo cards, markers/chips, optional prizes

Dance Tutorial

Grade Level: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Follow a simple guided dance routine.

Instructions:

  1. Play a short routine or lead one.

  2. Break into simple steps.

  3. Practice together.

  4. Perform once or twice.

Materials Needed:Music

Kindness Card Making

Grade Level: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Create cards for teachers or classmates.

Instructions:

  1. Explain the purpose: kind messages.

  2. Design the front and inside message.

  3. Share or collect for delivery.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers

Music Note / Rhythm Activity

Grade Level: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Group rhythm/music activity using simple instruments.

Instructions:

  1. Assign each student a sound.

  2. Practice a simple rhythm.

  3. Combine into a group performance.

Materials Needed:Cups, kazoos, or simple instruments

Career Spotlight Activity

Grade Level: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Parent-led activity based on a profession.

Instructions:

  1. Parent gives a brief introduction to their job.

  2. Parent leads a related mini activity.

  3. Allow time for questions.

Materials Needed:Varies

Cultural Spotlight

Grade Level: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Share information about your culture or another culture with students.

Instructions:Share information about history, people, geography, customs, food, music, art, photos, videos, or other meaningful elements of the culture.

Materials Needed:Whatever materials you decide to share. This might include music, food, a coloring page, photos, videos, art, or other items.


K–1 Activities

Story Time

Grade Level: K, 1

Description: Students create a visual story using stickers and share a short narrative.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student paper and stickers

  2. Create a picture that tells a story

  3. Add drawings/details

  4. Think of beginning, middle, end

  5. Share with a partner

  6. Optional: share with class

Materials Needed:Paper, stickers, crayons/markers (optional)

Play-Doh Creation Challenge

Grade Level: K, 1

Description: Build animals, food, or characters using Play-Doh

Instructions:

  1. Give Play-Doh

  2. Announce a theme

  3. Build for 10–15 minutes

  4. Share with table

  5. Optional voting

Materials Needed:Play-Doh, optional tools

Shape Monster Craft

Grade Level: K, 1

Description:Create monsters using basic shapes to reinforce shape recognition and creativity.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student paper and pre-cut shapes such as circles, squares, and triangles.

  2. Explain they will build a monster using only shapes.

  3. Allow 10–12 minutes to arrange and glue shapes.

  4. Add details such as eyes, mouth, and arms with markers.

  5. Have students name their monster.

  6. Share with a partner or table group.

Materials Needed:Pre-cut shapes, glue sticks, paper, markers

Paper Plate Masks

Grade Level: K, 1

Description:Students design a wearable mask using a paper plate and simple decorations.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student a paper plate and markers.

  2. Explain they will create an animal or character mask.

  3. Allow 10–12 minutes to decorate.

  4. Optional: attach yarn to the sides for wearing.

  5. Have students hold up and describe their mask.

  6. Optional: short seated show and tell.

Materials Needed:Paper plates, markers, yarn optional, stickers/gems optional

Pass the Drawing

Grade Level: K, 1

Description:Collaborative drawing where students add to each other’s pictures in timed rounds.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student a sheet of paper and marker or pencil.

  2. Start a drawing for 1 minute.

  3. Call “pass” and have students pass to the right.

  4. Repeat 5–6 rounds, adding each time.

  5. Return drawings to the original owner.

  6. Reveal and discuss the funny results.

  7. Optional: vote for favorites.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers/pencils

Build-a-Pet Workshop

Grade Level: K, 1

Description:Students invent and draw a new pet and describe its traits.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student paper and drawing tools.

  2. Ask them to draw a new pet, real or imaginary.

  3. Prompt students to include a name, what it eats, and where it lives.

  4. Allow 10–15 minutes to draw and label.

  5. Share with a partner or table.

  6. Optional: a few students share with the class.

Materials Needed:Paper, crayons/markers, optional stickers/googly eyes

Directed Drawing + Personalization

Grade Level: K, 1

Description:Teacher-led drawing followed by student customization.

Instructions:

  1. Lead a simple step-by-step drawing such as an animal or monster.

  2. Pause between steps so students can follow.

  3. After the base drawing, allow students to customize.

  4. Add colors, patterns, accessories, and background.

  5. Share with table or class.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers/crayons

Roll-a-Monster Game

Grade Level: K, 1

Description:Dice-based drawing game where each roll determines a feature.

Instructions:

  1. Explain the key, such as 1 = eyes, 2 = mouth, 3 = arms, 4 = legs, 5 = color, 6 = extra.

  2. Students roll a die and draw the corresponding feature.

  3. Repeat for 4–6 rolls to complete the monster.

  4. Color and name the monster.

  5. Share with a partner or table.

Materials Needed:Paper, dice, markers


Grades 2–3 Activities

Paper Airplane Competition

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Students design, test, and improve paper airplanes.

Instructions:

  1. Demonstrate one basic fold.

  2. Allow 5–7 minutes to build.

  3. Test flights from desks or a designated lane.

  4. Discuss what worked and what didn’t.

  5. Allow redesign and rebuild.

  6. Final test and compare distance or accuracy.

  7. Optional: simple awards.

Materials Needed: Paper, tutorials or guides


Would You Rather: Debate Edition

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Students choose between two options and explain their reasoning.

Instructions:

  1. Pose a question, such as “Would you rather live in space or underwater?”

  2. Students choose a side by raising a hand or pointing.

  3. Turn to a partner and give 1–2 reasons.

  4. Invite a few students to share with the class.

  5. Repeat with 2–3 more questions.

  6. Optional: class vote each round.

Materials Needed:None

Cup Stack Challenge

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description: Students learn and perform stacking patterns with cups.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student or group a set of cups.

  2. Teach a simple stacking pattern slowly.

  3. Practice together 2–3 times.

  4. Challenge students to complete the pattern smoothly or quickly.

  5. Optional: add a second pattern or relay by table.

Materials Needed: Plastic cups

Mystery Bag Invention

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Groups invent something using a small set of random items.

Instructions:

  1. Divide class into small groups.

  2. Give each group a bag of 3–5 items.

  3. Explain they must create an invention using all items.

  4. Allow 10–12 minutes to design, draw, or build.

  5. Each group names and explains their invention.

  6. Optional: class vote.

Materials Needed:Small random items, bags, paper optional

Pictionary — Table Version

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Drawing and guessing game played in small groups.

Instructions:

  1. Divide class into table groups.

  2. One student draws a word while others guess.

  3. Set a 1-minute timer per round.

  4. Rotate drawer each round.

  5. Keep informal score or just play for fun.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers, word list optional

Tabletop Minute-to-Win-It

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Short, rotating desk challenges.

Instructions:

  1. Set up 2–3 simple challenges at desks, such as cup stack, ping pong bounce, or cotton ball transfer.

  2. Explain each station quickly.

  3. Students try each challenge for 5–7 minutes.

  4. Rotate or reset for a second round.

  5. Optional: keep score or celebrate completions.

Materials Needed:Cups, ping pong balls, cotton balls, spoons

Classroom Game Show

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Trivia-based team game.

Instructions:

  1. Divide class into teams.

  2. Explain rules: taking turns and raising hands.

  3. Ask questions by category.

  4. Keep score on the board optional.

  5. Play multiple rounds.

  6. End with a final bonus question.

Materials Needed:Prepared questions, whiteboard optional

Paper Chain Engineering

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Students build and test paper chains for length or strength.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student or group equal paper strips and tape.

  2. Build chains for 5–7 minutes.

  3. Measure length or test strength.

  4. Discuss improvements.

  5. Allow a redesign round and retest.

Materials Needed:Paper strips, tape

Commercial Makers — Kid-Friendly

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Students create and perform short commercials.

Instructions:

  1. Form small groups.

  2. Assign or let them choose a product.

  3. Give 8–10 minutes to plan a 10–15 second ad.

  4. Groups perform for the class.

  5. Optional: vote for favorites.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers optional

Comic Strip Creator

Grade Level: 2, 3

Description:Students create a short 3–4 panel comic.

Instructions:

  1. Provide or draw a 3–4 panel template.

  2. Explain story structure: beginning, middle, and end.

  3. Allow 10–12 minutes to draw and add text bubbles.

  4. Share with a partner or table.

  5. Optional: display a few.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers


Grades 2–5 Activities

Exquisite Corpse Drawing

Grade Level: 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Collaborative drawing where each student adds a hidden section.

Instructions:

  1. Give each student paper and a marker or pencil.

  2. Draw the head at the top for 3–4 minutes.

  3. Fold to hide, leaving a small guide line.

  4. Pass to the right.

  5. Draw the body for 3–4 minutes, fold, and pass again.

  6. Draw the legs and feet.

  7. Return to original owner and unfold.

  8. Name characters and share; optional voting.

Materials Needed:Paper, pencils/markers

Popsicle Stick Engineering

Grade Level: 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Build structures like bridges or towers.

Instructions:

  1. Provide sticks and connectors.

  2. Explain the goal, such as height or strength.

  3. Build for 10–12 minutes.

  4. Test and compare results.

  5. Optional redesign.

Materials Needed:Popsicle sticks, tape/clips

Origami Station

Grade Level: 2, 3, 4, 5

Description:Learn basic paper folding.

Instructions:

  1. Demonstrate a simple fold.

  2. Students follow step-by-step.

  3. Repeat once more if time allows.

  4. Optional: decorate finished piece.

Materials Needed:Paper


Grades 4–5 Activities

Would You Rather: Debate — Upgraded

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Structured mini-debate with reasons and rebuttals.

Instructions:

  1. Pose a question, such as “Should school start later?”

  2. Students choose sides.

  3. Groups list 2–3 reasons.

  4. Share arguments with the class.

  5. Allow a short rebuttal round.

  6. Class vote.

Materials Needed:None

Shark Tank — Mini Pitch Game

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Students invent a product and pitch it.

Instructions:

  1. Divide into groups.

  2. Create a product name, purpose, and slogan.

  3. Allow 10–12 minutes to prepare.

  4. Each group presents a 30-second pitch.

  5. Optional: class questions and vote.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers

Classroom Escape Challenge

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Teams solve a sequence of clues to reach a final answer.

Instructions:

  1. Divide into teams.

  2. Give each team an envelope with the first clue.

  3. Solve puzzles to receive the next clue.

  4. Continue through 3–4 clues.

  5. Final answer completes the challenge.

  6. Optional: timed competition.

Materials Needed:Printed clues, envelopes

Duct Tape Creations

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Create simple items using duct tape.

Instructions:

  1. Explain simple project ideas such as wallets or shapes.

  2. Allow 15–18 minutes to build.

  3. Encourage creativity and problem-solving.

  4. Share finished items.

Materials Needed:Duct tape

Mystery Bag Invention — Advanced

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:More complex invention challenge with presentation.

Instructions:

  1. Groups receive random items.

  2. Create a useful solution to a problem.

  3. Plan a short explanation.

  4. Present to the class.

  5. Optional: class vote.

Materials Needed:Random items, paper optional

Marble Run Challenge

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Build the longest or most creative marble path using kits.

Instructions:

  1. Distribute kits to groups. (the PTO has 4 of these to loan out. Each class would probably need 2 at a time)

  2. Explain the goal, such as length or creativity.

  3. Allow 10–12 minutes to build.

  4. Test runs.

  5. Optional redesign and retest.

  6. Materials Needed: Marble run kits

Pictionary Tournament

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Competitive version of Pictionary with teams and scoring.

Instructions:

  1. Divide into teams.

  2. Set a timer for each round.

  3. Rotate drawers.

  4. Keep score across rounds.

  5. End with a final round.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers, word list

Mini Improv / Skit Game

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Students create and perform short skits.

Instructions:

  1. Give each group a prompt.

  2. Allow 8–10 minutes to plan.

  3. Perform 30-second skits.

  4. Optional: class vote.

Materials Needed:None

Detective Academy

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Solve a mystery using clues and suspects.

Instructions:

  1. Provide a scenario with suspects.

  2. Give clues one at a time or in packets.

  3. Students discuss and eliminate suspects.

  4. Decide who is responsible and explain reasoning.

Materials Needed:Printed clues

Paper Airplane Competition — Advanced

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Engineering-focused airplane design with iteration.

Instructions:

  1. Build an initial plane.

  2. Test and record results.

  3. Analyze and modify design.

  4. Final test round.

  5. Compare outcomes.

Materials Needed:Paper of different weights, paperclips/other weights

Lawyer for a Day — Mock Trial

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Structured mock trial with roles. Could also work for a double slot (50-55 minutes)

Instructions:

  1. Assign roles such as judge, lawyers, jury, and witnesses.

  2. Present the case.

  3. Allow preparation time.

  4. Run trial with arguments.

  5. Jury votes and explains decision.

Materials Needed:Optional role cards

Design a Board Game

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Create and test a playable board game. Could also work for a double slot (50-55 minutes)

Instructions:

  1. Design board and rules.

  2. Create pieces or cards.

  3. Playtest briefly.

  4. Share with class.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers, dice optional

Invention Convention

Grade Level: 4, 5

Description:Design and present an invention. Could also work for a double slot (50-55 minutes)

Instructions:

  1. Give a prompt.

  2. Draw and describe the invention.

  3. Present to the class.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers


Grades 3–5 Extended Activities (50-55 minutes)

Mini Museum Project

Grade Level: 3, 4, 5

Description:Create and present a mini exhibit.

Instructions:

  1. Divide into groups.

  2. Assign topics.

  3. Create a title, drawings, and facts.

  4. Set up displays.

  5. Conduct a museum walk.

Materials Needed:Paper, markers

Diorama Lite

Grade Level: 3, 4, 5

Description:Create a simple scene using paper materials.

Instructions:

  1. Assign a theme.

  2. Fold paper into a backdrop.

  3. Draw and attach elements.

  4. Share finished scenes.

Materials Needed:Paper, scissors, tape

Classroom Escape — Extended

Grade Level: 3, 4, 5

Description:Multi-round escape challenge.

Instructions:

  1. Divide into teams.

  2. Provide multiple rounds of clues.

  3. Solve sequentially.

  4. Reach the final answer.

Materials Needed:Printed clues, envelopes

Yarn Craft Project

Grade Level: 3, 4, 5

Description:Create simple yarn crafts like bracelets or weaving.

Instructions:

  1. Demonstrate the technique.

  2. Students create the project.

  3. Optional: decorate.

Materials Needed:Yarn, cardboard, scissors


Parent Guidelines

Please plan for about 25 minutes of activity time per time slot - a double time slot should be 50-55 minutes.

Deadline to sign up: Friday, May 8th.


Activities should:

  • Stay contained to desks or a small classroom area

  • Work for approximately 20–28 students

  • Be simple enough to explain quickly

  • Include all needed supplies

  • Be pre-portioned when possible


Please avoid:

  • Water-based activities

  • Messy materials

  • Complicated setup

  • Activities that require lots of classroom movement


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