Cut the Cake

A twist on the game Duck, Duck, Goose.

• Set Up

  • Form a circle

• Equipment

  • No equipment

• Objective

  The goal of the game is similar to “Duck, Duck, Goose.” The players who are chosen must run in opposite directions around the circle. The player who wins takes a turn inside the circle.

• Directions

  1. Players form a circle, one player starts out in the middle as the leader. 

  2. The leader turns in a circle and makes a cutting motion with both hands pressed together, leading the group chant “Cut, cut, cut the cake! Cut, cut, cut the cake!...” 

  3. At some point, the leader calls out “CUT!” and “slices” between 2 players. Each player runs around the circle (in opposite directions). 

  4. The leader stands at the cutting point with one hand outstretched. 

  5. The first player to run all the way around the circle and tag the leader’s hand is the winner. 

  6. The winner switches with the leader and the game continues. 

  Optional Song: Clap your hands together, give yourself a shake,  make a happy circle and then you cut the cake.

• Variations

  ● Make sure to mention that players will be crossing each other’s path as they run around the circle. They have to be very careful to not run into each other.

• Coaching Points

  • Make sure each player gets a chance to run

  • Make sure players are keeping their hands in the circle so no fingers are stepped on

Reflection: Self-Awareness & Social Awareness

1. How does this game make you feel?

2. How did you stay safe during this game?