Objective of the Game
Meine Tante deine Tante ("My Aunt Your Aunt") is a traditional children’s game based on rhymes. The aim is to follow the rhymes and mimic movements, helping players develop coordination and attention. The game focuses on fun and coordination rather than competition.
Number of Players
- Number of Players: 2 to any number of players
Preparation
No special preparation is required. The game can be played anywhere and anytime, as long as there is enough space for all players to stand in a circle.
How to Play
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Starting the Game: All players stand in a circle. One player starts as the "lead singer."
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Order of Participants: The lead singer begins with the rhyme "My aunt, your aunt..." and gives a movement instruction, which they also perform.
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Response of Other Players: Other players must follow this movement and repeat the words of the lead singer.
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Rotation: Once the first lead singer has finished their rhyme and movement, the next player clockwise becomes the lead singer and performs a new movement command along with the rhyme.
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Repetition: The game repeats, focusing on correctly performing the movements and rhyme.
Unique Features
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Error Handling: If a player makes a mistake, it is common to laugh and try again. The game often serves as light entertainment where the main point is fun and everyone moving together.
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Creativity: The lead singer can be creative with movements, making the game dynamic and varied.
Strategy
Since the game is more aimed at fun rather than competition, there is no serious strategy. The pleasure of playful mimicry and physical activity is primary. Leaders choosing more complex or humorous movements can contribute to everyone's amusement.
Important: The game can appear with different rhymes and movements in various regions, and there are no fixed or rigid rules.
