Wizard Tag

Supplies:

• 1 pool noodle or soft stick to act as the wizard’s wand

• Open space (indoor hall or grassed area)

• Cones or markers for boundaries (optional)

How to Play:

1. Choose the WizardSelect one child to be the Wizard. Give them the wand (a pool noodle or soft stick).

2. Healers & RunnersAll other players spread out in the play space. One or two of them are secretly chosen as Healers (or they can be clearly identified with a coloured wristband or bib).

3. Tag & FreezeThe Wizard chases players and tries to tag them with the wand.

   • If a player is tagged, they must freeze in place, feet apart, arms out.

4. Healing MagicA Healer can unfreeze them by touching them gently and saying a magic phrase like “Unfreeze-o!”

5. Keep the Energy GoingThe Wizard tries to freeze everyone before the Healers can save them.

   • After a few minutes, rotate roles so new players can be the Wizard and Healers.