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Los estudiantes serán capaces de investigar y comprender la diversidad cultural a través de juegos tradicionales de diferentes partes del mundo.

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¿Qué nos pueden enseñar los juegos tradicionales sobre las culturas de las que provienen?

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Introducción a la importancia cultural de los juegos tradicionales en las diferentes regiones del mundo.

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Dividanse en grupos pequeños para investigar un juego tradicional de un país específico y presenten su hallazgo usando Padlet. Se recomienda buscar imágenes y vídeos que complementen la presentación.

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Traditional games have maintained their popularity for centuries because they can be played again and again and still be entertaining. All the board games on this list can easily be made with a pen, paper and a few tokens, which make them great for quick and easy boredom busters, too. Not only that, but playing traditional games from around the world will teach your children about other cultures.

The games on this list are known as abstract strategy games and they fall into several categories based on the objective of game play. Abstract strategy games rely on player's thinking, logic and visual perception skills. They do not rely solely on chance or athleticism! ( Good news for many of us, ha ha ha)

Happy playing!
How to use this resource:
I've arranged the games by general geographic location. At the bottom of this article you will find a list sorted by type of abstract strategy game. Each game introduction links to detailed written instructions, where you can also find a printable game board for most of the games. If video instructions are available for any of the traditional games, I've included them here.

Games from Asia

China

Watermelon Chess, or Xi Gua Qi, is originally from Hangzhou, China. It's a battle game and totally unrelated to regular chess!

Pong Hau K'i, is also played in Korea, where is is known as Ou-moul-ko-no. It is a blockade game in which you try to prevent your opponent from moving.

Korea

Five Field Kono, or o-pat-ko-no in Korean, is a battle game. It operates on the same principle as the better known "Chinese checkers."

India

Kaooa, also known as "Vulture and Crows" is a hunt game for two players. The star-shaped board adds a fun twist.

Lau Kata Kati is from the Lower Bengal region of India. It is a battle game for two players that has a butterfly shaped board game and nine tokens per player. Like other battle games, the goal is to capture all of your opponent's tokens.

Indonesia

Tchuka Ruma, a traditional game from Indonesia, is part of the family of mancala games, versions of which you can find on several continents, particularly Asia and Africa. It is a solitaire game we made it into a multiple player game by racing to see who could solve the puzzle first.

Mancala games are games of transfer usually played with stones in boards with multiple depressions.

Thailand

Len Choa is a hunt-type game in which one tiger goes up against six leopards. Roar!

The Philippines

Tapatan is a three in a row game and may seem familiar to many players. Similar positional "in-a-row" games are played around the world, such as three-men's morris or Achi ( played with four tokens per player).

Traditional Games from Africa

Liberia

Queah is related to the draughts family of abstract strategy games. Draughts games include the very familiar checkers and generally pit opponents with an equal number of tokens against each other using diagonal moves.

Zimbabwe

Tsoro Yematatu is another three-in-a-row game for two players. It uses a triangular board.

Nigeria

Dara, a three-in-a-row game is very different than the other positional games included in this article. It's a bit more complicated to learn but once you get the hang of it, it's just as fun as the others.

Kenya

Shisima is a positional game from Kenya. Shisima means "water" and the tokens represent water bugs trying to skitter along to the the water source in the center of the board. Shisima uses an octagonal board.

Europe

Nine Holes is a familiar game to many. It is a positional game popularized in Britain and similar to tic-tac-toe ( aka naughts and crosses).

Fox and Geese is a hunt game played in many European countries, dating back to the 12th century C.E.

Pentalpha is a solitaire brain teaser played on a star shaped board. I believe it is from Crete, but I am not 100% certain of that.

Solitaire, also known as Patience is more commonly known as the name of a popular card game. However, it is also the name of a peg board game that originated in 17th century France. It was also widely played in Britain.

Oceania/Pacific Islands

Mū Tōrere from the Māori people of New Zealand is a blockade game played on an unusual star-shaped game board.

Lu-Lu is a dice game from Hawai'i. This obviously isn't a board game and it is a game of chance, rather than an abstract strategy game but I wanted to include it anyway. Lu-Lu dice teaches basic math skills and uses flat dice you make yourself ( or use our printable). I don't have a video but click on the image to transport yourself to the written instructions!

Traditional Games from The Americas

Picaria was played by indigenous peoples of Southwestern North America. It is a three-in-a-row game thought to have been adapted from games introduced to North America by Europeans.

Kolowis Awithlaknannai was played by the Zuni people in what is now occupied by New Mexico. It is a battle and capture game in the Alquerque family of games.

Games by Type
Positional games: Positional battle: Blocking games: Hunt games:
In these games, it is typical for one player to attempt to block, and the second player to capture.
Capture games

Watermelon Chess

Queah

Kolowis Awithlaknannai

Lau Kata Kati

Transfer games: Solitaire games: Other:

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Traditional games have maintained their popularity for centuries because they can be played again and again and still be entertaining. All the board games on this list can easily be made with a pen, paper and a few tokens, which make them great for quick and easy boredom busters, too.

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Cada estudiante debe escribir un breve ensayo sobre el juego que investigaron y cómo refleja la cultura del país de origen. Pueden usar recursos como artículos en línea o vídeos.

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Model Answer 1: [Agreement]
In this modern era, there is an increasing trend towards the usage of modern games and technology. However, some individuals assert that traditional games are more advantageous in enhancing children's abilities than modern games. From my perspective, I firmly agree with this view.

To begin with, traditional games have been played for generations and have proven to be effective in expanding children's abilities. These games are usually simple and require minimal equipment, such as hide and seek or hopscotch. Unlike modern games that involve technology, traditional games encourage children to interact and communicate with each other. For instance, playing team games such as Capture the Flag helps children to learn important social skills like teamwork, communication, and leadership.

Furthermore, traditional games are more physically demanding than modern games. Children who participate in traditional games are more active, which can lead to better physical development. It also helps them to develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and balance. For example, playing with tops or yo-yos helps children develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, which are essential for their growth and development.

However, it should be noted that modern games are not entirely without benefits. For instance, they can help children develop their problem-solving skills and creativity. But despite these benefits, these games are often highly addictive and are played with electronic gadgets which can have detrimental effects on a child's health. Such games also encourage youngsters to stay indoors rather than go out and take part in physical activities.

In conclusion, traditional games are an excellent way for children to develop their abilities. By playing these games, children can improve their social skills, physical abilities, and cognitive skills. Therefore, I firmly believe that traditional games are superior to modern games in helping children's development.

Model Answer 2: [Disagreement]
Whether traditional games are more effective than modern games in facilitating children's development has garnered diverse opinions. While some argue that traditional games hold greater value in nurturing children's abilities, I personally disagree with this view. In this essay, I will present arguments against the notion that traditional games are superior and emphasise the positive aspects of modern games in promoting children's skill development.

Modern games offer a range of benefits that can contribute to children's overall development. Firstly, many modern games are designed to promote problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. These games often present complex challenges that require strategic thinking and decision-making. For instance, puzzle-solving games and strategy-based simulations stimulate children's cognitive abilities and foster their analytical skills. Secondly, modern games encourage collaboration and social interaction. Multiplayer online games and team-based competitions provide opportunities for children to work together, communicate effectively, and develop interpersonal skills. Through online platforms, children can engage with peers from different cultural backgrounds, fostering cultural understanding and global connections.

Moreover, while traditional games may hold sentimental value and cultural significance, they may not always provide the same level of cognitive stimulation and skill development as modern games. Traditional games often have limited complexity and may not actively engage children's problem-solving abilities. Additionally, some traditional games rely on physical prowess or specific skill sets, which may exclude children who are less athletically inclined or lack access to the necessary resources. Furthermore, the advent of technology has allowed for interactive and immersive learning experiences. Many modern games incorporate educational elements, such as language learning, math puzzles, and scientific concepts. These games can make learning enjoyable and engaging, motivating children to acquire new knowledge and skills in an interactive and dynamic manner.

In conclusion, although traditional games have their cultural significance, I believe that modern games offer distinct advantages in promoting children's development. They provide opportunities for problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and technological literacy.

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IELTS Essay # 1282 - Traditional games are better than modern games in helping children

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IELTS exam preparation, IELTS sample answers, and tips to score a high band score in your IELTS test.

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Para remediación, proporcionen artículos más fáciles de comprender sobre los juegos tradicionales. Para extensión, pidan a los estudiantes investigar cómo los juegos tradicionales han influido en los juegos modernos.

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Frontiers | Traditional Games as Cultural Heritage: The Case of Canary Islands (Spain) From an Ethnomotor Perspective

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UNESCO in the 2030 agenda for sustainable development establishes respect for the environment and sustainability education as key elements for the challenges…

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Observe y participe en las discusiones de grupo para evaluar la comprensión de cada estudiante sobre los juegos tradicionales y su importancia cultural.

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Realicen una prueba de opción múltiple y ensayo corto sobre los juegos tradicionales investigados durante la lección. Asegúrense de incluir preguntas que midan tanto conocimiento fáctico como comprensión profunda.

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Traditional Games quiz for 6th grade students. Find other quizzes for English and more on Quizizz for free!

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Reúna a los estudiantes para una discusión final donde cada grupo comparta una cosa nueva que aprendió sobre la cultura del juego que investigaron.

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Pidan a cada estudiante escribir una breve reflexión sobre lo que aprendieron y cómo ha cambiado su percepción de otra cultura a través del juego que estudiaron.

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Asignen a los estudiantes la tarea de escribir un informe más detallado sobre el juego que investigaron, incluyendo reglas, historia y cualquier variación regional del mismo.

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Busca información, elige el que más te guste y después realiza una presentación para explicar a tus compañeros el juego que has elegido. Después jugaremos en el patio del colegio