Two fingers remind us that this is a team game and requires two groups of children.

1. Fish swim. Birds fly. Children play.
2. Games reach a child’s heart.
3. Releases energy in an acceptable way.
4. Cheering and laughter with the leader in control.

Games break down the barrier between ourselves and the children without changing position of authority

Seen here KIMI training in Suriname

a. Builds relationship without words

b. Makes a statement that it’s OK to be a child – I accept you just as you are (this causes a child to also accept you where you are and opens the door later for them to receive the teaching you have for them

The games give children a sense of belonging and social connection.

They create a fun way to get children to interact with other children they would not normally interact with.

Seen here KIMI in Africa

a. Physical action releases physical and emotional tension

b. Joyful shouting and yelling fills a need to express themselves as children

Africa Mission trip 2015