Educational diabetes game - low blood sugar signs
The quacker paper game isn’t just a childhood memory — it’s a pocket-sized powerhouse of connection. What once lived in schoolyards and lunchrooms has evolved into something smarter, deeper, and more dynamic.
Today, it's being re-imagined as a playful learning tool — blending simplicity with purpose. From classrooms to living rooms, it's helping people of all ages open up, ask questions, and engage in real, meaningful dialogue. No batteries, no screens — just a few folds, a few laughs, and a whole lot of impact.
It’s proof that sometimes, the simplest ideas are the ones that stick. Because in a world full of noise, something as small as a folded piece of paper can still make the biggest difference.
It’s a toy, but also a tool. It’s a game — and a game changer.
More info:
This version of the game is specifically designed to help children recognize the warning signs of low blood sugar. It is primarily used in school settings where students with diabetes are present. Since low blood sugar can pose an immediate risk—whether in the classroom, on the playground, or during sports—raising awareness is crucial.
By educating more people about the symptoms and dangers of low blood sugar, schools can foster a more supportive and informed environment. Children are naturally drawn to playful learning, and because the game is both fun and engaging, the information becomes easier to remember.
The game is distributed at schools, where students play it with classmates, siblings, and even take it home to enjoy with their parents. In this way, important information about diabetes enters the home in a natural, interactive manner, helping to make the condition more widely understood and less intimidating.
This game can be used in any diabetes education scenario, and is not only limited to school use.
Download, print, fold and play!
Pro Tips:
- Download once and print according to your size preference and quantities needed.
- After printed (before folding) there should be no white borders around the design, to ensure perfect folding.
- Small (standard) print size is 200mm x 200mm on A4 paper, 80gsm. Ideal for all ages and perfect for smaller hands and to be used in classrooms
- Medium print size is 400mm x 400mm on A2 paper, +-120gsm. This is a good size for training sessions with healthcare providers, medical students, etc.
- Large print size is 830mm x 830mm on A0 paper, +-160gsm. This size results in a very big game and is recommended as a ice breaker / training tool for presentations, lectures, etc.
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Enjoy the downloadable version of the game — yours to use as you please! Plus, (1) a free video tutorial showing exactly how to fold and hold the game, (2) an easy to understand instruction sheet, and (3) a video showing how to play the game.