Parts of the body games and activities
for ESL kids lessons
Games and activities for teaching “Parts of the body” to ESL kids
Do as I say, not as I do
A ‘Simon says’ game with a difference. First practice Simon Says with the so that everyone understand the game and body parts. I find it works just as well omitting the ‘Simon says’. Now tell them to do as you SAY, not as you do, and repeat playing the game – only this time, when you say ‘touch your knees’ etc, touch your ears instead, or any other part of your body. This is a good way to see who is listening to you correctly and who is just copying your movements. Students find this game much more fun than the original. (Submitted by Lisa Coleman)
Head, shoulders, knees & toes song
We have a song available for download focusing on parts of the body called “Head, shoulders, knees & toes“.
Have the students do all the actions while playing the song (touching the parts of their body along with the song). After that, have a speed round at a fairly quick pace. Have a final round at high speed. All kids love to do it fast.
Parts of the body lesson plans
We also have a FREE lesson plans on parts of the body which includes games and activities as well as other lesson materials.
- Click to download our Parts of the body lesson plan (good for younger students).
- Click to download our Measuring parts of the body lesson plan (good for older students).
Simon says body parts
A good review for body parts (“Simon says touch your knees”). You could change Simon to your name to avoid confusion. When teacher says a sentence without the word “Simon” (e.g. “Touch your knees”) then students shouldn’t follow that instruction. If a student makes a mistake s/he has to sit out until the next round.
