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    Home » Kids » Valentine’s Day Tumble Game

    Valentine’s Day Tumble Game

    Published: Jan 30, 2014 · Modified: Jan 29, 2019 · by Vanessa Brady · This post may contain affiliate links and ads · 28 Comments

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    We try to refrain from giving the kids sugary Valentine’s Day treats because after visits to preschool, Kung Fu, and a certain Nana, the last thing they’ll need from us is more sugar! Instead, we’ll be giving this Valentine’s Day Tumble Game along with some small toys and art supplies. I know, I know, definitely not as yummy but we’ll all (including our dentist!) sleep better that night!

    Valentine's Day Tumble Game - A Tried & True Project

    I found this great little “Tumble Tower Game” at Dollar Tree (think mini Jenga) and jazzed it up a bit to make them more fun for the kids. Every time you push out one of the blocks, you have to follow the instructions. The great thing about this Valentine’s Day gift is that you can find all the supplies you need (game, markers, pen) at Dollar Tree. (For the record, this post is not sponsored by Dollar Tree. I’m just a big fan of getting my cheap craft on there!) If I had thought about it sooner, I probably could have found a little pouch to keep all the pieces in as well!

    Valentine's Day Tumble Game - Write sayingsUse a pen or thin marker to write different love-themed instructions on the blocks. Feel free to use my Valentine’s Day Tumble Game printable if you need examples of things to write for young children. Some the phrases will work for older kids and adults (who wouldn’t want to be given 5 kisses!) but you can, of course, write what ever you want. Geek it up a bit (“I love you as much as I love the ______ Doctor.”) or make it a little more risque for a special night at home. 😉

    Valentine's Day Tumble Game - Add heartsOnce all the phrases have been written (whew!), you can add little decorative hearts to to the edges to make it even more cutesy. What’s a Valentine’s Day without hearts?!Valentine's Day Tumble Game - Fun times!I loved watching my five year old play this game! It took such patience and concentration to push out each block and every time the tower tumbled (which was often), it was a great lesson in being a good sport. The written instructions on the blocks added another layer of fun to the game and kept him entertained much longer than I thought. (That second picture is how a dino says “I love you”…raaargh!)

    Valentine's Day Tumble Game - Tumble!Hope you all enjoyed this tutorial and at the very least, I hope you enjoy singing Culture Club’s “I’ll Tumble 4 Ya” all day long! 😀

     

     

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    1. Amanda @ Dreamsicle Sisters says

      January 30, 2014 at 9:23 am

      How cute! This is very clever. Pinning. 🙂

      Reply
    2. Elese says

      February 01, 2014 at 3:59 pm

      This is absolutely adorable. Thank you for sharing this great idea.

      Reply
    3. keri @ shaken together says

      February 02, 2014 at 4:10 am

      Vanessa – this is AWESOME! What a sweet idea – pinned!

      Reply
    4. Suzanne says

      February 02, 2014 at 11:50 am

      I love this idea. It’s affordable and cute.

      Reply
    5. Tanmy says

      February 05, 2014 at 9:33 am

      This idea is just adorable. I am featuring it on one of my 14 Days of Love posts and also pinning on my Love board

      Reply
    6. Jennifer says

      January 31, 2015 at 12:41 pm

      When were the mini jenga blocks found at a dollar tree and which state are you in? Love the idea for a gift but can not track down the mini jenga blocks.

      Reply
      • Vanessa Brady says

        February 05, 2015 at 1:31 pm

        I’m in TX and saw them a few weeks ago, I believe. They were in the toy section. Here they are in bulk on the site: http://www.dollartree.com/Tumble-Tower-Stacking-Wood-Block-Games-4-frac14-/p343604/index.pro

        Reply
    7. alyssa says

      February 11, 2016 at 2:55 pm

      Hi quick question! Where did you find the jenga pieces at dollar tree? i couldnt find them 🙁

      Reply
      • Vanessa Brady says

        February 12, 2016 at 2:44 pm

        I found mine in the kid’s puzzle section. Hope that helps!

        Reply

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