Back Pocket games are something I've been using since my Girl Scout days (which began over twenty years ago, oh my!) Basically, they are something you can pull out of your back pocket and use at a moment's notice because they need no additional supplies. This game, Zip, Zap, Zop, is multifunctional. You can play it as a round robin game where you just go around the circle or it can be used as an elimination game where the person who drops the rhythm is out. Another suggestion is to use it as a vocal warm up for your performing arts programs.
Target Area: Gym (or on stage if performing arts or in homeroom if a time filler)
Age Group: Any and all
Time to Complete: 15 minutes
Materials Needed: None
Instructions:
Invite all members to stand in a circle. Start out by pointing to one person (it's a good idea to make eye contact so they know you're pointing at them) and saying Zip. That person points to someone else and says Zap. That person then points to a third and says Zop. Keep going and pick up speed as you go.
Rules to Share:
No pausing allowed. Keep it moving!
Pay attention! You have to watch the game to know when it's your turn.
Do not point at the person who just pointed to you.
Graphics used in this post are from Thistle Girl Designs, now closed
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