Kims Game with Items for a Home First Aid Kit

By Scouter Mom on August 22, 2010 in Be Prepared

Kim’s game is a traditional Scouting game which was introduced by Sir Robert Baden-Powell. It is based on a game describe by Rudyard Kipling. This version of the game helps Scouts learn what should be in a home first aid kit.

We played this game at Scoutmaster training. Kim’s game is a great way to reinforce lists of items required for a kit or activity. Have your youth leaders talk about home first aid kits first and then they can play the game to cement it in their minds.

Kim’s Game with Items for a Home First Aid Kit

Materials

two blankets – approximately the same size
assorted items for a home first aid kit – see the suggested list below
pencils and paper

Setup

Arrange the items on a blanket. Have the second blanket ready for use.

Instructions

Let the Scouts look at the items on the blanket for a minute (or longer for younger Scouts).
Cover up the items with the second blanket. Give the Scouts a few minutes to write down everything they remember.
Count up the number of items each Scout listed correctly.
Uncover the items on the blanket and let them look at them again. If time permits,
let them talk about the items and how they would be used.

List of suggested items for a home first aid kit: