Get your kids active with our Recess Enhancement Program's (REP) game, Samurai Tag! This tag game is ideal for spaces where kids can really run. It will get the blood pumping and have everyone exhausted by the end!
DOWNLOAD RULES
10-Second Tag
Who: Grades K-5
Players: 20+
Time: 15+ minutes
Where: Large playground
Equipment: None
How to Play
- Pair up! 1 person is the “runner” and 1 person is the “counter.”
- The “counter” will count out loud to 10.
- The “runner” will try to get as far as possible in those 10 seconds.
- After 10 seconds the “counter” will try to tag the “runner” with two fingers.
- If you are tagged, do 5 jumping jacks and rejoin the game.
Check for Understanding
- How many seconds do you count to?
- What happens when you are tagged?
Game Tip
- Have students demonstrate the game before playing.
Conflict-Resolution Tip
- Make sure students are counting out loud and slowly.
Indoor Tip
- Have students walk or skip to lower the energy.
Play
- Easy: Count up to 20 seconds.
- Medium: Count in a different language.
- Hard: Count up to 5 seconds.
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