I'm Going on a Train
A riddle game where players try to figure out the secret rule for what can be taken on the train. Items must contain a double vowel.
- Players
- 3–100
- Ages
- 9+
- Time
- 25 min
- Prep
- None
- Equipment
- None
How to play
This is a great riddle game to get people involved in an informal way.
Start this game by saying 'I'm going on a train, and I'm taking a...' finishing the sentence with a word that contains a double vowel, such as a balloon. Ask other participants what they are taking on the train to see if they can work out the riddle. Each person must say the full sentence, 'I'm going on a train, and I'm taking...'. If they are also taking something with a double vowel, tell them 'Yes, you can take that!'
The group must try to figure out the riddle. It will be lots of fun for some, and may be frustrating for the others. But remember to tell everyone the secret eventually.
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