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Can you move during a game of hide and seek?

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You can, but it increases your chances of getting caught! It’s usually best to stay put and be as quiet as possible.

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What do you yell during hide and seek?

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Traditionally, the seeker counts up to a number that everyone agrees on (like 20), then yells out, “Ready or not, here I come!” That’s your signal to quickly hide if you haven’t already found a spot.

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How do you play sardines?

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Sardines is a form of hide and seek where one person hides and all the other players seek them. As each seeker finds the person, they must join them in their hiding place, until everyone is wedged into the same spot like a bunch of sardines in a can!

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What if a good seeker is seeking? Where should I hide?

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Go into your parents closet, put on a pair of their shoes, then put a jacket over your body (leave the jacket hanging up) then step back up to the wall try to keep your arms up so they won't see your hands. You'll look just like clothes in the closet.

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What if I'm trying to hide and the seeker was peeking and saw where I was?

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Find a new hiding place, one that you can enjoy seeing them go to the wrong place to find you.

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What if another player hides next to me?

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This is not great, because you're more likely to be found if there are two of you. Either ask the person to go hide somewhere else, or move to another spot yourself.

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Can I hide under a car?

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That would be a bad idea because if somebody didn't know you were under there, they could come out and start the car before you had a chance to get out. Also, if you don't know when that car was last driven, it could still be hot underneath.

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Where can you hide in a lounge?

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Anywhere that's big enough to conceal you. Try hiding behind a sofa or tv, inside a box or chest, or behind a curtain or door (as long as you can pull the door close enough to hide you).

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Should I use the bathroom before playing?

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That would be a good idea or you might squirm and give yourself away, or have to dash off mid game and get caught.

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What if I'm playing outside during the daytime?

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Try climbing a tree or hiding in a bush. When you're outside, it's best to move around between hiding places.

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I'm tall and my dad always finds me. How do I hide better?

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Try to climb high places, or choose hiding spots appropriate for your body type. Don't hide in places where you stick out.

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What if I am in a field and I hear a rustling sound? If I move, I might be spotted.

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Listen for other sounds. If you hear anything that could potentially be a wild animal or something else that is dangerous, run. Don't put your safety at risk to win a game of hide and seek.

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What do you do if you get hurt during the games?

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If you are injured, it's better to seek medical attention then continue the game.

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Can't people camouflage?

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If they are wearing something that allows them to blend in with their surroundings, then yes they can camouflage.

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My legs are long, where should I hide?

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You should hide in a big closet with lots of clothes on the floor and also lots of coats hanging up. And curl up those legs if you're in some other spot.

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My house is kind of small, so where would I hide?

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Instead of trying to hide in different rooms, look around at your furniture and see if you can hide behind/in/under anything.

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Where would the best hiding places in the house be?

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A small cabinet, if you can fit. Also, try the bath tub. Close the shower curtain, then lay down flat in the tub. Hiding in plain sight can be a great idea too.

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If my mom is playing hide and seek, where should I hide?

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If you have a bin where you put you're clothes in, try to remove he shirts and hide in it.

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How do I hide in plain sight?

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You may need to camouflage yourself. For example you could hide in a basket of laundry with a shirt over your head. You'll blend into the surroundings. Just remember to stay still and quiet, and if the seeker calls out, don't go out unless they call your name and tag you.

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Where can I hide in a house that has a big family?

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Hide as far away from the seeker's location as possible, as they are more likely to find others first or give up before finding you.

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If the seeker goes and looks everywhere, where should I hide?

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Find a spit close to them and watch where they look. Then, when they move farther away, hide in a spot they already checked.

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Can I hide in an attic?

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If it has good hiding spots and is not too hot or cold, you can.

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Should I bring snacks to my hiding spots, or no?

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No, the crunching sounds and the wrappers crinkling will give you away.

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Is hiding in a tree a good idea?

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Yes, as long as you can climb it, get down it, and not move the leaves, it is a good idea to hide in a tree.

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My father is tall, and he always looks over things and finds me. What should I do?

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Find a hiding spot that he can't look over. For example: climb on a tree or if you are playing inside, then maybe in a closet or a black room.

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How do you hide from your sister inside the house?

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Go to a place she doesn't go very often.

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Should I hide low or high?

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If you are outdoors, then go into some long grass and hide low. If you are indoors, try both.

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Should I hide under a bed?

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Yes if you want to, because no one will know that your under a bed. Just try not to be obvious about it.

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Where can I hide if I have a small house?

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Try to find a place behind the house or in the basement to hide. No one will suspect that you will hide there! Instead, they will look upstairs, or near the seeking spot first!

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In a small house with barely any furniture, where should I hide?

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If you have a closet that has clothes on the floor try to cover yourself in the clothes. But, if you don't have clothes on the floor, go in the corner of the closet and try to hide behind the clothes without revealing yourself.

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