Shadow Tag • Zag

An active outdoor game to build coordination and control

For kids—and grown-ups too

Good for

Focus • Awareness

Quick Reaction • Agility

Try it After sitting • Transition time

Before recess • Ages 3+

Pairs with Tree Shape • Zig Cue

The Spark

Find a sunny open space.

Instead of tagging a person, tag their shadow.

Try It

• One player is “it”

• Step on another’s shadow, tag

• When tagged, switch roles

Then Keep Exploring

Once the game spreads out, keep the Zag going.

Sprint across the grass.

Jump over shadows.

Chase the light.

Movement brings the fun.

The best outdoor time happens after the game.

ZigZag Creature Tip

Jumblekin likes this Zag

Moves in all directions

Finds order with motion

Try this next → Tree Shape

Balance • Focus

See you on the trail → 🐾

ZigZag all over the world 🌍  

where the wild things go

Step onto the ZigZag Trail — Trail Pass

This practice is for educational purposes. 

Please listen to your body and modify 

as needed. Younger children should use 

guidance and supervision.