Camouflage

Skill: Run
Time Required: 15
Activity Type: Physical
Group Size: Large Group, Medium Group, Small Group
Age Group: 6 - 9yrs, 9 - 12yrs
Play area: Gymnasium (large indoor space), Outdoor - Field, Outdoor - Playground
Safety Considerations: You must have set boundaries so you don't have kids running off and getting lost.
Remove any hazards or obstacles in the playing area.
Remind participant to be aware of their surroundings when running.

Equipment: No equipment necessary.
Objective:
For the participants to hide from "It".
Set up:
Select one participant, or have the leader stand in a specified spot.
Designate boundaries.
Step by Step:
1. One participant stands at a specified spot and closes their eyes.
2. They count to 30 as everyone else hides.
3. After 30 seconds, the participant that is "it" opens their eyes and if they see anyone they call out their name and they are out.
4. Once they can no longer see anyone they close their eyes, yell CAMOUFLAGE and everyone still hiding must come tap the "it" participant's hand and hide again before they count to 20, then 10, then 5, until everyone is found.
Variations:
Only the first 5 (or choose a number), of participants that the participant in the centre sees, are out for that round.

Adaptations (Mobility Impairment):
If the individual is unable or does not have full ability of limbs, then this game can be modified. If the individual doesn’t have mobility of their arms, then they can touch the "IT" person with another part of their body. If the individual is unable to walk, then they can be buddied up with a partner who could help them to hide. If the "it" person has a disability, they would be fully able to play without assistance since there is no moving/running around for the person who is "it".

Adaptations (Cognitive/Learning Impairment):
The game can be modified by explaining the rules in a much simpler way. This can be done by providing examples, demonstrations and a "trial run."
Sources: Not listed