Doggy ‘Where’s My Bone’
Objective:
The "doggy" player tries to guess who has the hidden "bone" while other players pass it around discreetly.
Set-up:
Doggy: One player is chosen to be the "doggy" and sits in the center of a circle or designated spot.
The Bone: A small object is used as the "bone" and is hidden behind the doggy without them seeing.
Circle: The remaining players form a circle around the doggy.
How to Play:
The Chant: Players in the circle chant together:
"Doggy, doggy, where's your bone? Somebody's taken it from your home!"
Passing the Bone: While chanting, the players in the circle pass the bone behind their backs, trying to keep its location hidden.
The Guess: As the chant ends, the doggy opens their eyes and tries to guess who has the bone.
Revealing: The doggy points to a player. The chosen player shows their hands to reveal if they have the bone.
New Doggy:
If the doggy guesses correctly, the player with the bone becomes the new doggy.
If the doggy guesses incorrectly, they remain the doggy for another round.
Continue Play: The game continues with players taking turns being the doggy.
Variations:
Add Clues: If the doggy is having trouble, other players can offer subtle clues (without directly revealing the bone's location).
Multiple Bones: For a more challenging game, use multiple "bones" and have the doggy guess who has any of them.
Additional Notes:
Quiet Passing: Encourage players to pass the bone quietly to maintain the element of surprise.
Fairness: Ensure everyone gets a turn to be the doggy.
Fun for All: This game is a great way for young children to develop social skills, observation, and memory while having fun.
The Game Encourages
Agility
Coordination
Focus
Listening skills
Equipment
5+ students
Jenga Block/Bean Bag/Bib