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The holiday season is a magical time filled with laughter, joy, and the sweet scent of peppermint in the air. This year, why not add a dash of excitement to your family festivities by incorporating candy cane games into your holiday traditions? Playing these delightful games with your children is not only a fun way to bond but also creates lasting memories that will be cherished for years to come. Let’s explore a couple of creative and entertaining candy cane games to make this season extra special.

Candy Cane Hunt:

The Candy Cane Hunt is a festive take on the classic Easter egg hunt, but with a peppermint twist. Here’s how to organize this sweet adventure:

Materials:

• Candy canes (plenty of them)
• Small holiday-themed prizes (optional)
• Baskets or bags for collecting

How To:

1. Hide the candy canes around your home or in your backyard. Get creative with the hiding spots – tuck them behind ornaments on the Christmas tree, under cushions, or amidst the holiday decorations.
2. Provide each child with a basket or bag to collect the candy canes they find.
3. For an added element of surprise, consider hiding small holiday-themed prizes along with some of the candy canes.
4. Set a timer and let the little ones loose on their candy cane hunt.
5. Once the time is up, gather together to count the collected candy canes. You can even turn it into a friendly competition to see who found the most.

Candy Cane Relay Race:

The Candy Cane Relay Race adds a playful and energetic spin to traditional relay races. This game is perfect for burning off some holiday excitement. Here’s how to organize the race:

Materials:

• Candy canes
• Open space (living room, backyard, or a local park)

How To:

1. Divide the children into teams, ensuring that each team has an equal number of participants.
2. Create a start and finish line. Use tape or lay down a rope to mark the boundaries.
3. Provide each team with an equal number of candy canes. The more candy canes, the merrier!
4. The first player from each team must balance a candy cane on their fingertip as they race to the finish line and back.
5. Once they return, they pass the candy cane to the next teammate, who repeats the process.
6. The race continues until all team members have completed the relay.
7. The first team to finish the relay with all members successfully balancing and transferring the candy canes wins.

Playing candy cane games with your children this holiday season is a delightful way to create cherished memories and add a touch of sweetness to your festivities. Whether you’re on a candy cane scavenger hunt or participating in a lively relay race, these activities are sure to bring laughter and joy to your family gatherings. So, gather your candy canes, round up the little ones, and let the holiday fun begin!