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Rain or shine, when you've got several children on your hands keep them busy playing games from Lynne Garner Tired of 'pass the parcel' and 'pin the tail on the donkey'? The children probably are too, so try these alternatives for your next party or nanny circle get-together.

Tired of 'pass the parcel' and 'pin the tail on the donkey'? The children probably are too, so try these alternatives for your next party or nanny circle get-together.

HIBERNATING HEDGEHOGS

This is a great game for younger children and will challenge their powers of observation.

Number of players The more the merrier

You will need for play Plenty of room for children to run around; large blanket or throw

How to play

* Get the children to run around the room.

* Shout 'winter's here!'

* The children curl up on the floor with their heads hidden under their hands.

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