Fun and Interactive Games to Teach Kids Spanish Body Parts

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Learning Spanish body parts doesn’t have to feel like a chore—it can be a blast! The best way to help kids learn new words is to make it fun, interactive, and physical. Think silly games, catchy songs, and activities that get them moving and giggling. If your house is anything like mine—a whirlwind of kids running around, bumping into everything—this is the perfect way to channel that energy into learning something new. So, here’s a list of activities, games, and tricks I’ve used to teach kids Spanish body parts. Plus, I’ve included a handy list of vocabulary at the end so you can dive right in.


Why Teach Body Parts with Games?

Kids learn best when they’re having fun. Games like Hokey Pokey or Simon Says keep them moving, and by associating the words with actions, they’re more likely to remember them. Plus, it’s hilarious watching them try to wiggle just their elbows or point to their knees when you shout out the wrong word—it’s learning and comedy gold all in one!


Fun Games to Teach Spanish Body Parts

1. Hokey Pokey (Spanish Edition)

You already know how this one goes, right? Except this time, it’s in Spanish!

  • Lyrics for Hokey Pokey:
    “Pon tu mano derecha, pon tu mano derecha,
    pon tu mano derecha y la mueves al compás.
    Haces el Hokey Pokey y todo va a girar, ¡y damos la vuelta ya!”

Swap out “mano derecha” (right hand) for other body parts: pie izquierdo (left foot), cabeza (head), codo (elbow), etc. It’s pure chaos—and kids love it.


2. Spanish Simon Says (Simón Dice)

Simon Says is a classic, but in Spanish, it’s even better! Start with simple commands like:

  • “Simón dice: toca tu cabeza” (Simon says: touch your head).
  • “Simón dice: toca tus rodillas” (Simon says: touch your knees).

And then throw in some curveballs:

  • “Toca tu nariz” (Touch your nose) without saying “Simón dice.” Watch the kids hesitate, giggle, and eventually call you out when you try to trick them.

3. Body Parts Scavenger Hunt

This one takes a little setup but is totally worth it. Write down body parts in Spanish on slips of paper (ojo, mano, pie, etc.) and hide them around the room. When a kid finds one, they have to point to the corresponding body part on themselves or someone else. Bonus points if they say it out loud: “¡Es mi nariz!”


4. Body Part Drawing Game

Give the kids paper and markers, and call out body parts in Spanish for them to draw.

  • Start with: “Dibuja una cabeza” (Draw a head).
  • Add: “Ahora dibuja un brazo” (Now draw an arm).
  • By the end, you’ll have Picasso-level masterpieces—or at least some wildly creative interpretations.

5. La Carrera de Cuerpo (The Body Race)

This one gets kids up and moving! Create a relay where kids race to a chart of body parts labeled in Spanish. You shout out a part, like “codo” (elbow), and they have to run and slap the correct word. The first one to get it right wins a point!


6. Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes (Cabeza, Hombros, Rodillas y Pies)

This classic song is just as catchy in Spanish. Sing along and touch each body part as you go:

  • “Cabeza, hombros, rodillas y pies, rodillas y pies…”

Speed it up, slow it down, and watch the kids laugh as they try to keep up.


7. Mirror Game

Stand in front of the kids and point to a body part while saying its name in Spanish. The catch? Sometimes you say the wrong word. For example, point to your nariz (nose) but say “cabeza.” The kids have to shout “¡No!” and tell you the correct word.


Spanish Body Parts Vocabulary for Kids

Here’s a cheat sheet of common body parts in Spanish to use with the games:

EnglishSpanishPronunciation
HeadCabezacah-BEH-sah
EyesOjosOH-hohs
NoseNariznah-REEZ
MouthBocaBOH-cah
EarsOrejasoh-REH-hahs
ArmsBrazosBRAH-sohs
HandsManosMAH-nohs
FingersDedosDEH-dohs
LegsPiernasPYEHR-nahs
FeetPiesPYEHS
ShouldersHombrosOHM-brohs
KneesRodillasroh-DEE-yahs
ElbowsCodosCOH-dohs
StomachEstómagoes-TOH-mah-goh

Tips for Making Spanish Learning Stick

  1. Repetition is Key: Sing songs and play games regularly.
  2. Use Visuals: Flashcards or drawings of body parts can help kids make connections.
  3. Celebrate Mistakes: Encourage kids to laugh at their slip-ups—it’s all part of learning!

Final Thoughts

Teaching kids Spanish body parts is a blast when you keep it playful and interactive. Whether you’re singing “Cabeza, Hombros” at the top of your lungs or sneaking in a little Simon Says, these activities are sure to get kids engaged and speaking Spanish without even realizing they’re learning.

Now, grab some markers, cue up some Spanish songs, and watch as your little learners become language pros—one silly game at a time. ¡Diviértete! (Have fun!)

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