Group GamesLeader Says
The leader gives quick commands. Players must obey only the commands that begin with the words "Leader says". It sounds easy until the commands get fast.
- Players
- 3 or more
- Time
- 10 minutes
- You need
- Nothing
- Ages
- 4 and above
- Type
- Games for kids
How to play
- One player is the leader and stands in front.
- The leader calls commands such as "Leader says touch your nose".
- Players do the action only when the command starts with "Leader says".
- A player who follows a command without those words, or is too slow, is out.
- The last player left becomes the next leader.
Commands to call
- Touch your nose
- Hop on one foot
- Clap three times
- Turn around
- Touch your toes
- Wave both hands
- Sit down
- Stand like a tree
- Pat your head
- Jump twice
- Close one eye
- March on the spot
Tips and variations
- The leader can trick players by doing a different action from the one called.
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