5 Listening Activities and Games  for Kids

5 Listening Activities and Games  for Kids 

Listening comprehension skill is taking in information, responding to it, and sharing ideas, thoughts, and opinions. Children who are good listeners grow up as good communicators. If listening skills are developed early, it will help kids to develop speech and language skills. His auditory perceptions improve, and he can socialize and communicate effectively. At school, he can follow verbal instructions effortlessly. In modern times, especially during the covid pandemic, children were exposed to large periods of screen time. Outdoor play was less, and interaction with friends was lesser. As a result, concentration span among children got reduced, and overall performance in their ability to read and hear dropped. However, you can improve kids’ listening skills by following listening skill activities and playing fun games.

 Here are five activities and games that can help kids improve their listening skills.

Make reading sessions interactive 

Make reading sessions interactive while reading out a story to them. Ask them to explain the answers. Avoid interference. Let the communication flow in a fun way. 

Play Listening games

Play listening games at home. Ask your child to find the object by giving them clues. Next, you can play story chain games. The whole family can be a part of this game. Start the original story by saying one line, then go around in a circle so each family member can contribute. 

Musical Statues Games

All you need is to play the music. When the music stops, the child needs to freeze. Initially, the child may take time to realize the music and react. However, the child adapts to the activity when music is played now and again. Over time listening skills improve when the game is played regularly.

Odd one Out Game

This game helps in developing listening skills. First, say a string of words. Then, insert a word that does not belong to the spoken words, like pencil, eraser, pen, sharpener, paper, and parrot. For example, a parrot is a bird, while all the other words in the set are stationary objects. Start with easy terms and later make categories that are different in a fun way. 

Identify the sound

In this activity, blindfold your child and make them walk around the room. Make noises with various items which are used in everyday life. Ask them to identify. You can start in any room—bedroom, kitchen, living room, and outdoors.

Focus on building learning skills in a fun way. Listen to them. Avoid interruptions when your child is talking. Instead, say supportive words, smile, or nod while listening to them. Always be patient and supportive.