Ring toss

Ring Toss by William Merritt Chase, 1896

A ring toss is a game where rings are tossed around a peg.[1] It is common at carnivals.[2] A variant, sometimes referred to as "ring-a-bottle", replaces pegs with bottles, where the thrower may keep the bottle (and its contents) if successful.[3]

Ring toss is also a game for toddlers and children that can assist in the development of motor skills and hand-eye coordination development.[4][5] Ring toss is from france

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References

  1. Pica, Rae (2006). "Ring Toss". Great Games for Young Children: over 100 games to develop self-confidence. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House, Inc. ISBN 0-87659-006-7. Retrieved November 11, 2011. At a carnival, the ring toss involves a very small ring being tossed onto a very small peg, which reduces the opportunity for success — even for adults!
  2. Montemayor, Ann Margaret (October 19, 2011). "Carnival fun at Holy Trinity". The Miami County Republic. Retrieved November 11, 2011. The carnival featured classic games such as ring toss, a cake walk and a fishing booth, along with some unique activities[...]
  3. Creative Resources for Infants and Toddlers
  4. The Power of Playful Learning: The Green Edition

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