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Word chain

We take turns naming things from one group. We can skip a repeated word.

5-7 years6 minscreen-free during play
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Look - try - finish
1

For the parent first

Choose a simple category and take turns naming words.

2

Say to the child

“We take turns naming things from one group. We can skip a repeated word.”
3

How the game continues

  1. Choose animals, foods or vehicles.
  2. The adult says the first word.
  3. Take turns for as long as you want.

You are done when

After the final step, say: “Finished!”

If you get stuck

Offer two easier choices and let the child pick one.

More rounds

  • The child chooses the challenges.
  • Swap roles.
  • Try a quiet version without pointing.

Safety

The child stays with the adult, does not block other people and only observes the surroundings.

Word chain

Follow the steps in “Word chain” and finish after the last step, or sooner if the child wants to stop.

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