Games
This category comparison game makes funny combinations. I want to be the judge this turn.
What is Apples-to-Apples?
Flu season is usually in the winter. It's the time of year when many people feel "under the weather". Explain what "under the weather" means.
What is to feel sick?
Shoes and socks both cover my feet. The main difference between them is......
Socks go first on my feet. Shoes protect my feet from the ground and keep them dry.
aquarium- lake
Both are made of water.
A lake is a large body of water in nature.
An aquarium is a container that hold water for fish to live in it.
Wheat, Rye, Sourdough
What are types of bread?
I hope I know the answers during our class version of this famous TV quiz show. I want to get 500 points for my team.
What is Jeopardy?
My friend just told me he saw Russell Wilson walking down the hall. I think he's "pulling my leg" even though it's not April 1st. Explain what "pulling my leg" means.
What is to be joking around or kidding? People often play joke on April 1st for April Fool's Day.
I see apple trees in both my garden and my neighbor's orchard. Explain the difference between a garden and an orchard.
A garden contains many types of fruits, vegetables, and flowers.
An orchard is planted with 1 type of fruit or nut tree for the purpose of farming.
Bonus: (300 points) Name 3 fruits grown in Washington state orchards.
leopard-giraffe
Both animals have spots. Each animal's spots are different from another's. Like human finger prints.
Hawaiian, Pepperoni, Veggie, Meat Lovers
What are types of pizza?
I love watching this fall game on TV. I wish the Seahawks would get back to the Super Bowl.
What is football?
I'm glad the students could "keep their heads' during the fire drill. It would be chaos if everyone panicked when they heard the alarm. Explain what "keep their heads" means.
What is to remain calm in a stressful situation?
A blender and a spoon both stir things. Explain how they are different.
A spoon is a tool that you hold in your hand to mix ingredients or stir liquids.
A blender is an appliance that runs on electricity to mix ingredients together.
King- President
Both are leaders of their countries.
Kings are born to royal families.
Presidents are elected by the people.
Lotion, soap, sunscreen, a bandage
What are things you put on your skin?
I like playing this card matching game. If I don't have the card you ask me for, I'll just say "Find a swimming animal".
What is "Go Fish"
My office is so small I don't have any "elbow room" to spread out my work. Explain what "elbow room" means.
What is to have enough space to complete your task?
Both a clock and watch tell time. Explain how they are different.
A watch is a small clock worn on your wrist.
A clock hangs on the wall or sits on the counter.
Parrot- Rainbow
Both are colorful.
A rainbow contains 7 colors. Parrots can be 3-5 colors.
Bonus (300 points): Name the 7 colors of the rainbow.
Rainier, St. Helens, Hood, Baker, Rushmore, Shasta
What are mountains?
I made six 3-point shots because I ran faster down the court than the other team. What game are we playing?
What is Basketball?
It's my first day on a new job so I have "butterflies in my stomach". Explain what "butterflies in my stomach" means.
What is to be nervous when doing something new?
Sunrise and sunset are two very different times of day. Explain the difference.
Sunrise- when the day begins and it gets light.
Sunset- when the day ends and it gets dark outside.
helmet-seatbelt
Both protect you if you crash.
A helmet is worn on your head while riding a bike or skateboarding.
A seatbelt is used in a car or carnival ride.
Rocky Road, Pralines and Cream, Jamocha Almond Fudge, Peppermint, Vanilla, Cookies and Cream, Chocolate
What are ice cream flavors?