Sharks and Minnows
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Before You Start:
- Explain to players that the shark(s) will say "Fishy, fishy come out and play," and all minnows will begin walking across the play are.
- Be sure all players know minnows will run to the other side when the shark(s) says "Shark Attack"!
- Remind all players to be aware of their surroundings so that they do not run into others.
- Remind players that all taggers will use safe 'butterfly tags'.
Set Up:
Set up a clearly designated rectangular play area with visible boundaries.
How To Play:
- Identify who will be the shark(s), either a player or the leader. Eeveryone else will be minnows.
- The shark stands in the middle of the play area and say “Fishy, fishy, come out and play.” The minnows slowly walk towards the sharks.
- At any time, the shark can yell “Shark Attack!” At with point, the minnows must run to the opposite boundary line without being tagged.
- If a minnow is tagged, s/he also becomes a shark.
- When there is only one or two minnows left; they become the sharks in the next round.
Variations:
- Another option is to have minnows run back to the starting line when “Shark Attack” is called.
- You can choose different predators and preys.
- Change the consequences for getting tagged, e.g.,
- If you get tagged on the first attempt to get to the other side, you become a shark.
- On all following attempts, if you are you become seaweed and you cannot move your feet, but can still tag.
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