Carrot Tower Easter Game for Family Fun
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Looking for a simple yet exciting Easter game that will have everyone laughing (and maybe getting a little competitive)? Our Carrot Tower Easter Game is the perfect way to bring some friendly fun to your holiday gathering! The best part? You only need plastic cups, a die, and our free printable dice key to play.
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How to Play Carrot Tower
Each players needs their own stack of plastic cups. Probably not more than 15 but if you have a super stacker in your midst, you’ll want to you can give them more just in case. Each person will also need access to our free printable dice key so see what each roll means. Gather around a flat surface (like your kitchen table) and get ready to build!
Everyone rolls their individual die at the same time each time.
Check the dice key and take the action that matches your number. You might get to stack a cup, skip a turn, or even steal a cup from another player!
Towers must be stacked in one straight, vertical line (just like a tall carrot!).
Keep rolling and stacking until towers start to tumble. The last person with their carrot tower still standing is the Easter champion!
The simple setup and easy-to-follow rules make this a fast-paced, engaging game for both kids and adults. Ready to start stacking? Grab the free printable dice key below, then discover how to turn this fun activity into a meaningful gospel lesson.
Gospel Tie In
The best gospel lessons often come from those participating. After playing the Carrot Tower Easter Game, ask your group: "How does this game relate to Easter (besides the fact that bunnies love carrots)?" If they need a little help making the connection, here’s a object lesson you can share:
Just like in the game, life is full of ups and downs. Sometimes we’re able to build steadily, and other times, unexpected challenges shake our tower. The key to standing strong is having a firm foundation in Jesus Christ. Ask your group:
"How much easier would it be to build a tall tower if you had a wider, stronger base?"
Give them time to experiment with their towers, allowing them to build a firmer foundation. Then, read Helaman 5:12 together:
“And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.”
In April 2024 General Conference, Elder David A. Bednar shared the following insight about this verse:
“The symbolism of Christ as the ‘rock’ upon whom we should build the foundation of our lives is most instructive. Please note in this verse that the Savior is not the foundation. Rather, we are admonished to build our personal spiritual foundation upon Him.”
Demonstrate it! Staple four cups together to represent the rock of Jesus Christ. Then, attach a single cup in the middle of the “rock” using rubber bands, string, tape, pins- whatever you have on hand. You may want to try this part out first so you know how it can come together during the object lesson. Then ask your family:
What helps us build our foundation on Jesus Christ?
What might the rubber bands, string, etc. represent?
Elder Bednar explained that the covenants and ordinances of the gospel are like anchor pins and steel rods that secure a building to solid rock. Every time we receive, remember, and renew our sacred covenants, we strengthen our anchor pins to Christ. Ask your group to name some covenants we have made or will make in the future. Here’s a list to help:
At baptism we covenant to take upon ourselves the name of Jesus Christ, keep His commandments, and serve Him.
When we partake of the sacrament each week we renew that baptismal covenant and again witness that we are willing to take His name upon us.
In the temple, we make sacred promises to live the Law of Obedience, Law of Sacrifice, Law of the Gospel, Law of Chastity, and Law of Consecration.
What are some ways you strive to remember and honor the covenants you’ve made?
These covenants bring us hope- a sure promise of blessings to come. Because of Jesus Christ’s Atonement, death, and Resurrection, we have the strength to endure trials and have the promise of eternal life. When life feels a little wobbly- just like your Carrot Tower- secure your foundation in Christ. Our Savior will steady you, strengthen you, and help you stand tall.
