Simon Says is a classic childhood game that has lots of benefits. It can help with body awareness, vocabulary, following directions, giving directions (if they get to be Simon!), listening and paying attention, sequencing (if you give multiple commands in one), and motor development. Just to name a few.
Essentially, playing Simon Says is a quick and easy way to work on a variety of social skills.
Now, when it comes to hyperlexic kids, it's best to use their interest (usually letters!) to entice them to try new things and work on new skills.
This list of alphabet themed Simon Says ideas is a perfect way to encourage them to join in and play because it combines their love for letters into a game, all while sneakily working on important skills.
Simon Says Ideas for Each Letter of the Alphabet
Here are 26 ideas for Simon Says, one for each letter of the alphabet. You'll also find a free printable list below.
1. Arms up
2. Balance on one foot
3. Clap your hands
4. Downward dog pose
5. Eyes closed
6. Flex your muscles
7. Give a thumbs up
8. High five someone
9. Imitate an animal (could be a noise or how they walk)
10. Jump up and down
11. Kick your legs
12. Lift your shoulders up towards your ears
13. March in one spot
14. Nod your head
15. Open your mouth wide
16. Pat your belly
17. Quietly shush (could even place a finger over their mouth as they shush)
18. Run in place
19. Stomp your feet
20. Touch your toes
21. Unicorn horn (use your hands to form a horn on your head)
22. Victory dance
23. Wave hello
24. X with your arms (cross your arms to form an X)
25. Y pose (stand with legs together and then arms out to form a Y)
26. Zigzag walk
Download the Free Printable List of Ideas for Simon Says
Teach Kids How to Play Simon Says with this Social Story!
Does your child need a bit of help understanding the rules of the game? Perhaps this Simon Says social story can help!
Click here to get your copy of the Simon Says social story
