Fly Swatter

Game description

Fly Swatter

A picnic basket is unpacked… but where did all those flies come from?! Players swat away the flies with big, targeted arm movements, working together to clear them all. If a fly lands on a cup or a slice of pie, players need to wait before swatting, putting patience to the test. Once every fly is gone, it’s time for the picnic to begin!

Tips

Make the game more fun

• Use a real fly swatter to add to the fun.
• Increase the challenge by placing paper plates or cups on the table.

Level

Level 5

Games at this level challenge the brain’s executive functions, in charge of skills like planning and decision-making. These games work best for players in the earlier stages of dementia; they can be too demanding for those in the middle or later stages.

Effect

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  Physical effect

  Games with a physical component elicit intuitive movements and respond to even the smallest of hand movements of the players. This increases their self-confidence and motivates them to continue playing and moving.

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  Social effect

  Fun is something you experience with each other. Games that stimulate the social domain promote interaction and social contact between the care workers, players and visitors.