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HOW TO MAKE
  1. With an adult, choose an outdoor paved area that is clean, safe, and free from traffic.
  2. Determine a fair tossing distance based on the skill of the players.
  3. Use your Chalk ‘n Roll to mark a straight running path the determined distance. Draw a large box at each end.
HOW TO PLAY
  1. Two players stand, one in each box, at either end on the path.
  2. One player stands on the path between them. This player is the Monkey in the Middle.
  3. The outside players try to throw the ball back and forth to each other without the Monkey catching the ball.
  4. If the Monkey catches or gains control of the ball, or the throwing players step out of the box, the player who threw the ball or stepped out becomes the new Monkey, and the old Monkey becomes one of the throwers.
VARIATIONS
  • Make a banana for the Monkey to catch! Use Model Magic® to sculpt.
  • Younger players can roll the ball back and forth.
  • When you’re ready for a break, follow up with similar games and crafts.
  • When you’re ready for a break, follow up with similar games and crafts.
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SAFETY
  • Close adult supervision is required to assure children’s safety.
  • Crayola Sidewalk Paints and Chalk are designed for use on concrete or asphalt sidewalks and driveways. Before use, test on a small, inconspicuous area (allow paint to dry completely). Wash off to make sure that paint and chalk do not stain surface.
  • DO NOT USE ON SURFACES LESS THAN 6 MONTHS OLD. DO NOT LEAVE PAINT ON SURFACE LONGER THAN 1 WEEK.
  • Safety guidelines recommend this art project as suitable for children age 4 years and older. Close adult supervision is required to ensure safety.
  • STAIN ADVISEMENT: Products contain colorants which may stain clothing and other household surfaces.
Crayola® Outdoor Fun

Monkey in the Middle

Types

  • Throwing/ball games

Players

  • 3 or more

Age

  • 4 to 5 years
  • 6 to 9 years
  • 10 years and older
  • Mixed age group

Crayola Products

  • Crayola Chalk ‘n Roll™
  • Crayola Sidewalk Chalk

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