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Spot it! is a fast-paced reaction game that relies on visual perception and quick decision-making. Each card features several symbols, with exactly one symbol matching between any two cards. The aim is to be the first to discard all your cards by spotting and naming the matching symbol. The game promotes concentration, quick thinking, and the ability to stay focused in a playful environment. It is played in small groups.

Preparation

• Organise the Spot it! card game in advance.
• Each game requires between two and six participants.

Execution

1. The facilitator hands out the card game. Each player receives a stack of cards, and one card is placed face-up in the centre.
2. All players simultaneously turn over the top card of their stack.
3. They then look for a symbol that appears both on their card and on the centre card.
4. The first player to spot and name the matching symbol places their card on top of the centre pile. The other players keep their cards and continue trying to match them in the next round.
5. The game continues until one player has placed all their cards and is declared the winner.

Hints from experience

• As the number of participants per game is limited, it may be necessary to organise several Spot it! card sets.
• To add even more action to the session, teams can be mixed between rounds. For larger groups, a tournament format can also be used.

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