My living room is ten feet by twelve feet. When my sister brings her three kids plus my two, it's basically a human sardine can where you can't move without stepping on someone's feet or Legos or emotional breakdowns.

But kids still need something to do or they'll lose their collective minds and probably destroy what's left of my furniture.

Today we're talking about games that actually work in tiny spaces when you're outnumbered and trapped - from musical statues that turn into wrestling matches to hot potato with whatever random objects you can find. Plus why simple beats complicated when you're dealing with five kids and zero square footage.

If you've ever hosted a playdate in a shoebox and wondered how to keep everyone alive until pickup time, this one's for you. Fair warning: someone will definitely cheat at Simon Says and cry about it.

For parents, caregivers, and anyone who's discovered that small houses and multiple children don't mix well but you're stuck with both.

Check out KidsMinistry.Blog for more ideas, tips, and resources to help your Children's Ministry thrive!