Tell Me

Pick a category then give an answer according to the random letter of the alphabet selected.

How To Play

  • Step 1.

    There a numerous ways to play this game but for sure you will need a way to randomly select a letter of the alphabet (e.g. a spinner, some scrabble tiles or small pieces of card in a hat) and a set of cards listing answer categories (e.g River, Country, Something Hairy, Colour, etc.). Here is a home made spinner.

  • Step 2.

    In turn the teams pick a category card and await the spinner to define the first letter. They then have 15 seconds to name an answer.

  • Step 3.

    Alternatively, if there are teams, then it can be a race to give the first correct answer. Whoever wins keeps the category card to tall their final score.

  • The Winner

    The highest point scorer or team wins the game.

  • Tips / Variations

    There is a multitude of ways to run this game. Experienced gamers will no doubt invent their own.

    Easily adapted for baby showers by making the category cards child/parent related. E.g. Baby equipment, children's game, etc.)

The Details

  • Location: Indoor (home), Outdoor (or hall)
  • Ages: 7-11 years, 12-16 years, 18 years or older
  • Team: Yes
  • Physical: No
  • Average Duration: 16-30 minutes
  • Cost: £2-£5
  • Occasion: Family Party, Children's Party, Drinks Party, Baby Shower
  • Essential Equipment: Timer
  • Essential Equipment - Other: Alphabet selector, Category cards
  • Ease to Learn: Very Easy