Mystery Word

The first person thinks of a word and says the first letter. The next player thinks of a word that starts with that letter, and says the second letter of his/her word. The third does the same, etc. You should have a word in mind every time you say your letter, although you are allowed to bluff if you want. When it’s your turn, if you can come up with a complete word by adding one letter to the previous letters, then you win. At any point, if you think someone is bluffing, you can challenge them to say the word they are thinking of. If they say a real word, you are eliminated. If they can’t say a real word they are eliminated.

Ages 6 and Older • 2 or More Players • Competitive • Educational

Calculation

Two players put both hands behind their backs and prepare to hold out any number of fingers they choose. On the count of three, both players show their fingers. The first person to shout out the total number of fingers is the winner.

Ages 6 and Older • 2 or More Players • Cooperative • Educational

Remembering What You See

One person takes approximately 10 small items and puts them in a box or bag. Then bring them out all at once and let all the other players look at them for 30 seconds. Then the players should write down as many items as they can remember. Whoever lists more items is the winner.

Ages 6 and Older • 3 or More Players • Competitive

Car Mimes

Take turns miming an activity, and let the other players try to guess what you’re doing. For example, mime that you are fishing: put bait on a hook, throw out the line, wait for a catch, and then reel in the line. First one to guess it correctly gets to do the next mime.

All Ages • 2 or More Players • Cooperative