Noothan guchi / pick the stick

Equipment Needed

A set of small sticks, usually around 20-30 (they can be store-bought or homemade, like thin wooden or plastic sticks).

Setting Up the Game

Hold the sticks in a bunch and drop them onto a flat surface, letting them scatter randomly.

Objective

Players take turns picking up one stick at a time without disturbing any other sticks.

Gameplay

The first player carefully selects a stick to pick up.

If they move or disturb any other sticks while picking one up, their turn ends, and the next player takes their turn.

If successful, the player keeps the stick and continues until they disturb the pile.

Scoring

Different sticks may have different point values (e.g., colored or marked sticks could be worth more points).

At the end of the game, players count their sticks and calculate points.

Winning the Game

The player with the highest score wins.

Tips

Steady hands and patience are key to succeeding in this game.

It can be played by 2 or more players, making it great for groups.

Variations:

Point System:

Assign points to sticks based on their position or difficulty to pick up (e.g., sticks at the bottom of the pile may have higher points).

The player with the highest total points at the end wins.

Timed Version:

Players have a time limit (e.g., 30 seconds) to pick up as many sticks as possible during their turn.

Team Play:

Players are divided into teams. Each team member takes turns picking up sticks, and the

Tips for Success:

Focus on observing the sticks carefully before attempting to pick one.

Use a steady hand and precise movements to avoid disturbing other sticks.

Look for sticks that are isolated or loosely placed.

This game is easy to set up and fun for players of all ages, encouraging focus and fine motor skills!