Paper Plate Tennis Game | Kids Activities Blog

This paper plate tennis game is so much fun to make and play. Kids of all ages will love making this paper plate tennis game. Not only is it a fun craft, but it’s a fun game! Both are perfect for fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. This budget-friendly paper plate tennis game will also get kids moving. It’s a win-win for everyone. Make this fun paper plate tennis game at home or in the classroom.

Paper Plate Tennis Game

Tennis. We love simple kids activities. The easier the better. Who needs to get rackets and go to a court to play tennis when you can make an inside version and play in your living room?

Here is a simple way you can  make a paper plate tennis game, with paper plates and balloons. Hours of fun!

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Supplies Needed To Make This Paper Plate Tennis Game

Make your Paper Plate Tennis Paddles.

Step 1

You will need craft sticks and duct tape, along with your paper plates. Paint makes everything happier!

Step 2

Duct tape the sticks to the back of your plates.

Step 3

Fill your balloon with air.

Craft notes:

The secret to this game is to under fill your balloon! It makes the balloons easier to direct with each whack of the paper plate paddles.

How To Play With Your Paper Plate Tennis Paddles

Make it fun! Instead of traditional “tennis” play keep away, try to keep the balloon balanced on your paddle while your pals try to knock it off.

OR… play make a goal for yourself.  See if you can bat the balloon into your goal!

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How did your paper plate tennis game turn out? Who won?