The Floor is Lava

Leap, jump, and scramble to safety—the floor is lava, and the fun is erupting!

Moderate Break (2-5 mins)
Early Childhood, Lower Primary
Dance and Rhythm

Instructions

Step 1: Set the Scene

Gather everyone in a room with plenty of open space.
Play the "Floor is Lava" YouTube video on a screen where everyone can see and hear it.

Step 2: Stay Off the Lava!

As the video plays, it will randomly shout, “The floor is lava!”
Players must quickly get their feet off the ground by standing on furniture, cushions, or anything nearby.

Step 3: Survive the Eruption

Stay balanced on your "safe zone" until the video gives the all-clear to return to the floor.
Watch out—lava warnings come fast and unpredictable!

Step 4: Keep the Energy High

Keep playing for as long as you like, challenging players to get creative with their escape strategies.
Add your own twist by encouraging funny poses or silly safe-zone rules.

Added by:

Mrs Meskell

The Floor is Lava

Leap, jump, and scramble to safety—the floor is lava, and the fun is erupting!

Duration Moderate Break (2-5 mins)
Age Early Childhood, Lower Primary
Category Dance and Rhythm
Updated 3 months ago

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