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Facilitator Turns Around

beginner3+ players5 minutes
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Summary

This is tag with a twist. The facilitator stands at one end of the room, back turned. Everyone else lines up at the far end and tries to creep up and tag them. If the facilitator spins around and catches you moving, you're out. Last player standing wins.

How to Play

  • The facilitator stands at one end of the room, back to the players.
  • Players try to sneak up and tag the facilitator.
  • If the facilitator turns around and catches a player moving, that player is out.

Required Materials

  • An open space.

Purpose

A quick energy-builder for stealth and sharp observation.

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