Pass It Like It’s 1776: A Fun 4th of July Left-Right Game

Get ready to pass the prize and the laughs! This 4th of July left-right game retells the story of America’s fight for independence with plenty of creative license and a whole lot of silliness.

Every time you hear the words left or right, the gift moves in that direction. It’s perfect for backyard BBQs, classroom fun, or group gatherings. Simple, hilarious, and guaranteed to cause a few mix-ups.

GAME HOST TIP: Choose a reader with a flair for the dramatic. An animated delivery makes the game even more entertaining!

Game Sample

A long time ago, RIGHT around the time when wigs were curly and pants were puffy, the American colonies realized something didn’t feel quite RIGHT.

King George, all the way over in England, was tossing out rules LEFT and RIGHT, and the colonists were LEFT feeling pretty annoyed...

Want to hear what happens next?

Download the full printable Left-Right story and get your group laughing in true red-white-and-blue style!

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Game Highlights

• Easy to prep. Just print the story and wrap a prize (or a few!)
• Great for large or small groups
• Includes printable story and instructions
• Family-friendly and full of patriotic fun

GAME HOST TIPS: 

• Toss in a few extra prizes to give more guests a chance to win!
• For larger groups, consider splitting into multiple circles.

4th of July Left Right Game Instructions

1. Print out the story 
2. Have guests sit in a circle.
3. Choose a wrapped prize (or more) to pass.
4. Read the story aloud and pass the prize to left or right as you hear the LEFTs and RIGHTs read!
5. Whoever has the gift(s) at the end keeps it!
   
   

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