Sleeping Lions
Everyone lies perfectly still like sleeping lions. Any movement gets you out, and the last person to stay still wins.
- Players
- 5–100
- Ages
- 5–12
- Time
- 15 min
- Prep
- None
- Equipment
- None
What to bring
- Lollies (optional)
Before the session
- Check the group for allergies before using lollies
How to play
Everyone lies down wherever they like. Count down from three, and on zero everyone freezes completely. Anyone who moves is out and helps spot others. Last sleeping lion remaining wins. For extra difficulty, place a lolly on each person, as the temptation not to eat it makes staying still even harder. A great game for when the group needs to wind down.
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