They really do grow up fast, don’t they?
One minute they’re walking awkwardly into class on the first day of school, and the next, the year’s over and they’re a completely different kid.
The last days of school are a chance to slow down, reflect, and share a few meaningful moments together—and this is where a baby photos game fits perfectly.
It’s simple, light, and surprisingly memorable.
A Baby Photos Game Is A Great Way To Wrap Up The Year
By the end of the year, your class already knows each other—but not like this! It’s time to check egos at the door as students share a time when they had no concept of self-consciousness.
Seeing classmates as babies shifts the mood instantly. Students laugh, guess wildly, and start noticing little details—smiles, expressions, features—that make each person unique. It brings a sense of closeness without forcing anything.
It also gives you:
- a calm, low-pressure activity during a busy time
- something everyone can participate in
- a shared experience to end the year on a positive note
Instead of another worksheet or movie day, it becomes a moment they actually remember.
How The Baby Photos Game Works
The setup is pretty straightforward:
- Students submit their baby photos
- Add each photo to the slideshow
- Show one slide at a time
- Students guess who it is
- Reveal the answer to see who it is!
The fun really comes from the guessing—and the reactions when the answer is revealed.
Your students will adore seeing themselves and their classmates up on the screen in all their infancy.
Some teachers have students write their guesses on paper. Others let them call out answers or vote as a class. You can keep it structured or relaxed depending on your group.
Easy To Set Up, Impossible To Forget
- Drag & Drop Template
- Printable Answer Sheet
- Great for Large Groups & Teams
- End-Of-Year, Graduations, and Back To School
Baby Photos Game Variations
There’s a lot of flexibility in how you run it.
Whole-Class Activity
Project the slideshow and go through each photo together. Pause between slides to let students debate and guess.
Small Group Competition
Divide students into teams and give points for correct answers. This adds a bit of energy without changing the structure too much.
Quiet Reflection Version
Have students write their guesses individually. At the end, go through the answers and let them see how many they got right.
Include Yourself!
Adding your own baby photo makes the activity more personal and often gets the biggest reaction.
Add Simple Prompts
After each reveal, ask a quick question like:
- “What gave it away?”
- “Who guessed correctly?”
Add A Storytelling Aspect
After each reveal, students can explain the photo:
- How old they were
- Where they were
- What they were doing
This keeps students engaged and conversational without turning it into a formal lesson.
A Sweet Way to End the Year
The last week of school doesn’t need to be sad.
The baby photos game is perfect because it’s sentimental and personal, but also tons of fun!
It gives students a chance to laugh, connect, and see each other differently before they move on.
And when the year is over, these are the moments that tend to stick.
Wishing you all a fantastic end of the year, and as always,
Happy Teaching!
-Elsa
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