Red Light Green Light

One person is the light; others run on green and stop on red. First to reach the light wins.

PhysicalSocial-Emotional
AgeAges 3–10
Duration15 min
DifficultyEasy
CostFree
LocationBoth

Educational Value

Teaches listening, rules, and self-control.

Materials Needed

Prep progress

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Choose one player as the light.

  2. 2

    Light faces away and says green light.

  3. 3

    Players run; light says red and turns.

  4. 4

    Anyone moving is out. First to touch light wins.

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