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Pick-Up Pretzel Sticks Game
Remember the game "Pick-Up Sticks"? Here's a version of the game using pretzel sticks. It's a game and snack all rolled up in one!
What You Will Need
Pretzel sticks
Flat surface
Take turns removing one pretzel stick at a time from the pile without disturbing the other pretzels sticks. Your turn is over when you disturb another pretzel in the pile besides the one you are trying to remove.
I'm Stacey Lloyd, the Executive Editor and one of many writers for PreschoolRock.com. I enjoy writing about preschoolers, and reading your ideas and experiences with your preschooler. If you have any suggestions, ideas or questions about this site, please contact me.
What You Will Need
Pretzel sticksFlat surface
How to Play
Gather a small handful of pretzel sticks in your fist. Holding them with your hand resting on the table, open your fingers quickly allowing them to fall on the table.Take turns removing one pretzel stick at a time from the pile without disturbing the other pretzels sticks. Your turn is over when you disturb another pretzel in the pile besides the one you are trying to remove.
Alternate Game Version
Use pretzel rods instead of pretzel sticks. If you have a younger preschooler (3 or 4 years old), pretzel rods may work better for their little hands. Or, use straws! I'm Stacey Lloyd, the Executive Editor and one of many writers for PreschoolRock.com. I enjoy writing about preschoolers, and reading your ideas and experiences with your preschooler. If you have any suggestions, ideas or questions about this site, please contact me.