Instead of collecting objects, players find relatives who fit conversation-starting clues and record names with permission.
- Players
- 6–40
- Ages
- 8+
- Play time
- 30–60 min
- Supplies
- Prepared people-finding list and pens
- Where
- Indoors / Outdoors
- Energy
- Medium
READY IN 10 MINUTES
Get set up
Gather the required materials: Prepared people-finding list and pens. Set them out before explaining the first round.
LET’S PLAY
Here’s how it works.
- Prepare prompts such as someone who traveled more than 500 miles or shares your birth month.
- Give each team or player a list.
- Set a time limit and explain that people may decline questions.
- Mingle and record a name for each matching prompt.
- Regroup and share a few interesting discoveries.
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 teams, a 20-minute quick version or branch-specific clues.
Make it a great round
Avoid sensitive traits and do not require proof or personal documents.
Keep everyone comfortable
Use clean, stable, age-appropriate materials and remove anything sharp, breakable or unsuitable for the youngest player.