Materials Needed:

• One laundry basket for each pair of players
• Stuffed animals (3 per pair for younger kids, up to 10 per pair for older youth)
• Open space (gym, large room, or outside on soft grass)

Setup Instructions:

1. Divide the group into pairs.
2. Give one laundry basket to each pair.
3. Give each pair a set of stuffed animals.
4. Have one player from each pair hold the basket.
5. Have the other player stand about 10 feet away with the stuffed animals.
6. Make sure all pairs have enough space around them to play safely.

How to Play:

1. The player with the animals turns their back to the basket holder.
2. They toss one stuffed animal backward over their head.
3. The basket holder tries to catch the animal in the laundry basket.
4. If the animal misses, the team can retrieve it and try again.
5. Keep tossing until all the animals are caught.
6. The first team to catch all their animals wins.

Notes and Variations:

• For younger children, stand closer together.
• Use fewer animals for shorter rounds.
• Add music or Bible trivia between rounds for fun breaks.
• Play just for fun, or keep score with several rounds.
• Make sure the area is clear of hard objects or sharp corners.
• Always remind youth to toss gently and watch where they step.

See https://young-catholics.com/1036/get-on-noahs-ark-game/ for more information.