How to play Simon Says
- Everyone stands up with room to move.
- The leader gives commands such as "Simon says touch your nose."
- Students follow a command only if it begins with "Simon says".
- If a student follows a command without "Simon says" (for example, "Jump!"), they sit down.
- The last student standing becomes the next leader.
Variations
- ESL: use body parts, prepositions ("put your hand under your chair") or action verbs.
- Math: "Simon says show me 7 fingers" or "Simon says make a right angle with your arms."
💡 Teacher tips
- Speed up the commands as the round goes on to make it harder.
📌 Rule card to print or pin
The rules of Simon Says on one card. Print it for the board or a sub folder, or save it to Pinterest for later.
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