1. Simon Says: Play the classic game of Simon Says to engage students and promote listening skills.

2. Brain Teasers: Challenge students with riddles or puzzles to keep their minds sharp during downtime.

3. Mad Libs: Have students fill in the blanks of a story to create wacky and imaginative tales.

4. Silent Ball: Play a game of silent ball where students toss a ball while maintaining complete silence.

5. DIY Origami: Teach students how to create simple origami figures using paper and instructions.

6. Spelling Bee: Hold an impromptu spelling bee to help students improve their spelling and vocabulary.

7. Would You Rather: Start a conversation with thought-provoking “Would You Rather” questions for lively discussions.

8. Classroom Karaoke: Let students showcase their singing talents by singing along to popular educational songs.

9. Yoga or Stretching: Engage students in a quick yoga or stretching session to energize their bodies and minds.

10. Picture Prompts: Show students a picture and ask them to write a story or describe the scene, encouraging creativity.

11. Word Association: Begin with a word and have students take turns saying words associated with the previous word.

12. DIY Science Experiments: Conduct simple science experiments using everyday materials to spark curiosity.

13. Current Events Discussion: Discuss recent news articles or events to encourage critical thinking and awareness.

14. Team Building Activities: Engage students in various team-building games or activities to promote collaboration and camaraderie.

These 14 classroom time fillers will help make those awkward gaps in your schedule more engaging and productive for your students.