St. Patrick’s Day Game: Gold Coin Minute to Win It

    My mother's grandmother was Irish so she always told her stories about her life back in Ireland when she was growing up.  One of the most fond memories that she has of her is how she always made a grand affair of celebrating St. Patrick's Day every year.  She would pin my Mom and her siblings with green shamrocks and decorate the house festively.  She said that everyone has the luck of the Irish on this special day!     If you are looking for a fun and exciting St. Patrick’s Day party game, this Gold Coin Minute to Win It should fit the bill! You can create your own version for just pennies, and the end result is a game that kids will love to play. Here is how you can get started. 

Supplies needed: Timer or watch Bowl 
Chopsticks or Green paper straws (these paper straws are sturdy and make great chopsticks for this game!) 
Assorted plastic gold coins ($1 a bag at Dollar Tree) Directions: 1. Begin by placing all of the gold coins in the bowl. The average bag … [Read more...]