This is an amusing game for children. A black-board is needed upon which the verse, “Peter Piper,” etc., is illustrated or written so that the words are mixed up and it will he difficult to point out. Some older person will be needed to superintend the game.
One child is given a pointer and as the others sing, to any familiar tune:
"Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers,
Now if Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers,
Where is that peck of pickled peppers,
Peter Piper picked?"
she must point out each word or drawing as quickly as it is sung.
If a mistake is made in pointing, the child takes her place with the rest and another child is out. Each one is given a turn.
It is an achievement, if done successfully, and some suitable gift should be given as a prize.
Games for All Occasions by Mary E. Blain
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