Balero – Cup and Ball Game | How To Play

Balero

The Balero is a traditional Mexican toy. It is a kind of cup and ball toy that children liked to play with in the past. Traditional Baleros were made of wood and were very colorful. This toy has two parts: one part is a wooden stick that is a handle. The other part is like a cup. … Read more

Piedra, Papel o Tijeras – Rock, Paper, Scissors

Piedra, Papel o Tijeras

Maura Azucena Sanchez Lopez from Mexico Piedra, Papel, o tijeras is a fun game for young children. It is usually played by two children who are six years old or older, but it can also be played by three players What you need You don’t need anything special to play this game. Children use their hands … Read more

La Gallinita Ciega – A Game of Tag

La Gallinita Ciega

Imelda Concepcion Lopez Lopez from Mexico La Gallinita Ciega (The Blind Hen) is a very popular children’s game in Mexico. It’s played outdoors because it is a very active game. Number of players Three or more players are needed to play this game. What you need to play You don’t need anything special to play … Read more

Atrapadas – A Game of Catch or Tag – How to Play

Atrapadas

Berenice J. Alverdin Espinoza from Mexico Atrapadas, or catch, is a traditional game that can be played by many children. This game is fun because you can run a lot. It can be played by friends, classmates or family It can be played in a garden or in any large outdoor place with space, for … Read more

La Cuerda – Jump Rope – Popular Mexican Game

La Cuerda

Nallely Ayala Sanchez from Mexico La Cuerda has always been very popular in Mexico. Many children like to jump rope. Children have to move a lot when they play jump rope games, so they play outdoors. Number of Players You need three or more players who are five to twelve years old to play jump … Read more