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We be almost there. If you have been following this 'ere series of ship's scrolls you have created yarrgh invitations that be the best around and have some ideas on how to decorate yarrgh party area by adding a touch of realism.
So now we be giving ye some ideas on how to amuse yarrgh little scallywags until it's time for 'em to walk that there plank 'ome.
Pirate party games for children
We've put together some of the best pirate themed games for children. Some of these will require a little planning and organization and honestly, any time spent on preparation will be well rewarded on the day of the party.
Pin the eye patch on the Pirate
Preparation required: Large Pirate Face and Self Adhesive Pirate Eyepatches
This game comes in a number of guises, probably the most well know in pin the tail on the donkey. As we all know, the simple traditional children's games are always popular as they are easy to understand and the result is quickly known. For this version you will need to either draw a large pirate face - a simple circle will do, and using some simply made eye patches with self adhesive backing ask the budding Capt Jack's to stick/pin the eye patch onto the Pirate's face.
If you are artistic and want to offer your wall some extra protection you could draw and colour the pirate's body and legs. A roll of sugar paper or wallpaper lining paper should do.
Pirate Peg Leg
Preparation required: Access to Music
Based on another classic, musical statues, this is a simple and easy game and is an easy game to arrange making it invaluable as a last minute time filler. The game requires you to play music whilst the pirates perform a jig, when you stop the music, the pirates have to balance on one leg.
What be yer Name?
Preparation Required: Pirate Name Sticker for each Child and a simple Scoresheet
Create a number of silly pirate themed names - one for each of the pirate's attending the party, and have these in a bag or container so that as each guest arrives they can select one at random. As the names are selected, enter them on your scoresheet and give out the name sticker. The guest must be called by their Pirate name for the remainder of the party. If you want, you can score the 'slip ups' and the pirate(s) making the least can get a prize - this keeps the game active for the entire party.
Where be the Treasure?
Preparation Required: Hidden Treasure (tokens or chocolate money) and Pirate Maps (optional)
If you haven't linked a treasure hunt to your invitations - see previous article, you can organise a fun treasure hunt in your party area. Before the party starts, hide sufficient treasure around the venue so that each guest will be able to find something. Depending on the size of your venue and the number of little pirates around you can either just let them search for the hidden treasure or you could make it more complicated by creating pirate treasure maps.
If you have created treasure maps, then each pirate should find their own treasure trove, if it's a general treasure hunt then each pirate needs to understand that they should stop when they have found one piece of treasure. For older pirates you could vary the type of treasure so that this introduces the 'stick or twist' element to the game - same rule applies; one piece of treasure only.
Avast there Pirates
Preparation Required: Access to music
Another simple to arrange time filling game and one sure to rid them there pirates of some energy! Whilst the music plays all of the pirates perform a jig, when you stop the music you, or the nominated pirate captain, shouts out a command as to where the rest of the crew are to run. The commands should be Port (left), Starboard (right), Bow (front), Stern (back).
Depending on the age of the pirates you could label these beforehand - perhaps using coloured symbols for the youngest.
Flapping Fish
Preparation required: Large Fish Shape per Team cut from Lightweight Paper
A simple game but one that can lead to frustration if the distance to cover is too long, the idea of the game being to fan the lightweight fish shape from the start to the finish. The choice of paper is critical, the lighter it is the harder the game becomes.
We hope you enjoy these games and that you create some great memories for all of the pirates at your party. Although these games work well on their own and can be played by any group of children, there is something special about watching pirates playing them. Have a great party and enjoy it.
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