Barriletes Gigantes (Giant Kite Building Contest)
Team Building
B
PLAYERS
4+ (teams)
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Outdoor
MATERIALS
- Bamboo or reed poles for the frame
- Tissue paper or fabric in bright colors
- String, glue, and paint for decoration
MEASUREMENTS
Kites can range from 1m up to several meters across for competitive builds.
HOW TO PLAY
1
Form teams and agree on a design theme and size for your kite before construction begins.
2
Build a lightweight frame from bamboo or reed poles, then stretch and glue colorful paper or fabric over it.
3
Decorate the kite with patterns, symbols, or messages that reflect your team's chosen theme.
4
Once complete, attempt to fly the kite in an open field, working together to launch and steady it in the wind.
5
Judge entries on craftsmanship, size, and how successfully the kite flies, awarding points in each category.