The Floor is Lava

Leap, jump, and scramble to safety—the floor is lava, and the fun is erupting!

  • Moderate Break (2-5 mins)
  • Early Childhood, Lower Primary
  • Dance and Rhythm

Instructions

Step 1: Set the Scene

  • Gather everyone in a room with plenty of open space.
  • Play the "Floor is Lava" YouTube video on a screen where everyone can see and hear it.

Step 2: Stay Off the Lava!

  • As the video plays, it will randomly shout, “The floor is lava!”
  • Players must quickly get their feet off the ground by standing on furniture, cushions, or anything nearby.

Step 3: Survive the Eruption

  • Stay balanced on your "safe zone" until the video gives the all-clear to return to the floor.
  • Watch out—lava warnings come fast and unpredictable!

Step 4: Keep the Energy High

  • Keep playing for as long as you like, challenging players to get creative with their escape strategies.
  • Add your own twist by encouraging funny poses or silly safe-zone rules.
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The Floor is Lava

Leap, jump, and scramble to safety—the floor is lava, and the fun is erupting!

  • Duration Moderate Break (2-5 mins)
  • Age Early Childhood, Lower Primary
  • Category Dance and Rhythm
  • Updated 1 year, 2 months ago
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