Players silently act like an animal while the group tries to guess which one it is.
- Players
- 3–20
- Ages
- 5+
- Play time
- 10–20 min
- Supplies
- None
- Where
- Indoors / Outdoors
- Energy
- Medium
READY IN 1 MINUTE
Get set up
No equipment is required. Gather the group where everyone can hear the explanation and demonstrate one sample turn before starting.
LET’S PLAY
Here’s how it works.
- Choose the first actor.
- Whisper an animal to them or let them draw a simple prompt.
- The actor uses movement only, without words or animal sounds.
- The group guesses until someone gets it.
- Rotate actors.
A few ground rules
Keep the agreed turn order, boundaries and timing consistent for everyone. Players may pass or use an accessibility adaptation without penalty.
Mix it up
Use jungle, ocean or farm animals; try animal plus emotion for older kids.
Make it a great round
Explain one example first and make passing an ordinary option so nobody feels put on the spot.
Keep everyone comfortable
Invite players to pass or adapt the activity. Keep walkways clear and choose a seated version when movement is unsuitable.