Firefly Flash Tag Card Game
Get ready to light up the night with the Firefly Flash Tag Card Game! In this playful outdoor (or indoor!) activity, kids become curious firefly catchers, hunting for glowing prompt cards hidden around the space. Each firefly holds a silly, creative, or wiggly challenge—whether it’s hopping like a frog, making up a story, or saying words that shine. Designed to spark movement, imagination, and speech, this game blends summer magic with developmental skills. No net needed—just your best firefly-finding skills and a twinkle of curiosity!
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Therapy Focus
Occupational Therapy: Fine motor skills, visual scanning, sequencing
Speech Therapy: Articulation, following directions, expressive language
Physical Therapy: Gross motor movement, balance, coordination
Objective
Catch the “fireflies” by finding and completing cards with prompts hidden around the play area. Each firefly card has a glowing word, movement, or activity related to a summer theme.
Materials Needed
Printable "Firefly Flash Cards" (design idea below)
Small flashlight or glowstick (optional)
Tape or clothespins (for placing cards around)
Basket or jar (to collect cards)
Timer (optional)
How to Play:
Setup:
Print and cut out the Firefly Flash Cards.
Tape or clip the cards around the yard, room, or hallway.
Give the child a flashlight or glowstick (optional for extra fun!).
Start the Game:
Tell the child the fireflies are glowing with special messages or tasks.
Their mission is to find and collect the fireflies by:
Locating the card
Completing the task on the card
“Catching” the firefly by placing it in the jar or basket
Optional Game Variations:
With a timer: See how many they can find in 5 minutes.
With a partner: Take turns or work together to complete tasks.
At dusk or in dim lighting: Use the flashlight for visual motor fun!
