The children choose someone to track, moving casually around the space to avoid giving away their cover!
The game builds focus, stealth and observation skills while keeping the suspense high.
It's a calm-energy game perfect for building concentration and self-control, with a strong storytelling hook that children love.
1. Find a space
Ask each child to stand in their own space around the room.
2. What is a spy?
Ask the group: "Do you know what a spy is?" and "What kinds of things do spies do?"
Let them imagine secret missions and disguises.
3. Set the mission
Explain that, "Each of you must secretly choose one person to follow. But don't tell anyone and don't let them know you're following them!"
"For example, I've secretly chosen to follow Tom. But when I walk around the room, I'll do it very casually, so Tom has no idea I'm watching him!"
4. Begin the mission
Play upbeat, energetic music. Let the children walk around the space, eyes on their target, trying to stay sneaky and unnoticed.
5. Pause and reflect
Stop the music and ask: "Does anyone think they know who was following them?"
Let a few children guess and reveal.
6. Repeat the game
Encourage the children to choose a different target and play again.
This is a beautifully quiet and focused game that's perfect for developing control and observation. It's always a favourite with children, they love pretending to be sneaky spies!
Lucy Quick, Principal of Perform.
