Witch Song Contest - A Halloween Singing Challenge

Get ready for a magical and musical Halloween celebration with the Witch Song Contest! This fun and engaging game invites kids to unleash their creativity by writing and performing their own Halloween-themed songs. With teamwork, laughter, and a bit of competition, it’s the perfect activity for any Halloween party!

Game sheet

Number of players: from 9 children.
Ages: Suitable for children from 7 years and older.
Setting: indoors
Play time: Approximately 50 min

Necessary Materials

Paper and pens for writing lyrics.
A timer (or a phone with a timer).
Props or costumes for performance (optional).
A judging sheet for voting.

Detailed Rules for the “Witch Song Contest”

Setup:

Divide the children into at least three groups.
Provide each group with a workspace where they can brainstorm and create their song.

Game Play:

Each group has 30 minutes to create a song using a familiar melody (e.g., “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”).
The song must include Halloween themes, like witches, ghosts, or pumpkins.
After the preparation time, each group takes turns performing their song for the other participants.

Voting:

After all performances, each child can vote for their favorite song, but they cannot vote for their own.
Adults can also participate in the voting for an added twist!
The group with the most votes wins a small prize.

Variants of the game

Theme Changes: Instead of Halloween, you can have other themes, like winter holidays or summer fun.
Solo Performances: Allow individual performances for a more personal touch.
Instrumental Elements: Encourage groups to include instruments (e.g., drums, tambourines) for added flair.
Lyric Challenges: Give specific words or phrases that must be included in the song for an extra challenge.

This Witch Song Contest will spark creativity and fun, making it an unforgettable part of your Halloween festivities!

Educational Benefits of the Witch Song Contest

Creativity and Imagination: The game encourages children to think creatively as they come up with original lyrics and themes, fostering their imaginative skills.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Working in groups helps kids develop their teamwork skills, as they must communicate effectively and support each other to create a cohesive performance.
Public Speaking Skills: Performing in front of an audience builds confidence in public speaking, helping children become more comfortable expressing themselves in front of others.
Listening Skills: Participants learn to listen to their peers’ songs and feedback, enhancing their ability to appreciate others’ ideas and performances.
Language Development: Writing lyrics promotes literacy and language skills, including vocabulary expansion, sentence structure, and rhyme.
Critical Thinking: Voting and discussing performances encourages critical thinking as children evaluate what they liked about each song and why.
Cultural Awareness: Engaging with music and song can introduce children to different cultural themes and traditions associated with Halloween or other festive occasions.