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Simon Says

What is needed?

Nothing needed.

How many can play

Dependent On room. Approximately 15. Unless a hall is available.

Age Guide

6+

How to play

Ask the players to do something, for example stand on one leg, by using the refrain "Simon Says" and then the command "stand on one leg". If you use the refrain "Simon Says" then the players should follow the command. If you do not use "Simon Says" e.g. you just say "stand on one leg" then the players should not follow your command. If a player does something that Simon did not say to do then the player is out. The winner is the last one left in the game.
If you want to use the game for a lesson starter you can supplement the name Simon with one more appropriate. A practice round is well worth it to allow players to get to grips with the commands. Commands are up to the game leader. If you have a lot of space you can have commands with a lot of movement involved. e.g. running from one end of the hall to the other. If space is restricted then have commands that can be carried out on the spot. e.g. jumping on the spot, folding your arms etc.