A-Z Challenge

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2+ players, about 10 minutes, ages 8+.

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Setup

Give each player a sheet of paper and a pen. Have the players write down the alphabet letters in order from A to Z vertically on the left side of their paper from top to bottom. Set a 3-minute timer. Assign a player to come up with a category. The game starts when everyone is ready.

How to Play

The starting player will call out any topic. Eg. ‘animals’ or ‘cars’. The timer starts once the topic is called out and everyone is ready. Players have to come up with a word starting with each alphabet letter that relates to the named topic. Eg. The topic is ‘cars’, for A you can write “airbag” and for B “BMW”, Chevrolet for “C” etc. The timer stops when the a player yells out "Done". Whoever has the most correct words wins. If no player completes the list, the one who has the most correct words when the time is up is the winner. Play as many rounds as you want, with different topics for each of them.

Frequently asked questions

How many people do you need to play A-Z Challenge?

A-Z Challenge is designed for 2+ players. It works best when everyone can hear each other and take turns quickly.

How long does A-Z Challenge take?

A round of A-Z Challenge usually takes about 10 minutes, depending on group size and how much discussion your players add.

Can you play A-Z Challenge without extra props?

A-Z Challenge is built to be lightweight. Check the on-page rules for any simple materials your group might need before you start.

Can kids play A-Z Challenge?

A-Z Challenge is recommended for ages 8+. For younger groups, read the rules first and choose categories or prompts that fit the room.