Simon Says Animal Moves for Kids (Lesson 3)

Simon Says Animal Moves for Kids – Lesson 3 (Fun Animal Actions)

Try these simon says animal moves for kids actions to build listening, imagination, and body control. Tap Play Audio to hear each action clearly.

March like soldiers

How to do: Lift knees and swing arms—left, right, left!

Walk like a dog

How to do: Hands and feet on the floor—move forward slowly and safely.

Hop like a frog

How to do: Squat low, hands forward—small safe hops.

Hop on one foot

How to do: Lift one foot, tiny hops—switch legs after a few.

Walk like a bear (count to five)

How to do: Hips high, hands and feet on floor—count 1 to 5 steps.

Crawl like a snake

How to do: Belly close to the floor—sllllow side-to-side glide.

Duck walk

How to do: Squat low, hands like wings—waddle forward slowly.

Fly like a bird

How to do: Arms out as wings—gentle flaps, light steps.

Swim like a fish

How to do: Big arm circles and side sway—pretend water all around!

Sleep like a panda

How to do: Curl on a mat, close eyes, slow breathing… zzz.

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Simon Says Animal Moves for Kids: Learning Benefits

These simon says animal moves for kids actions build listening, imagination, and full-body movement skills through safe, playful animal pretend games.

Active Listening

Kids listen carefully for “Simon says” and follow the right animal action.

Focus & Self-Control

They practice stopping, waiting, and moving at the right time—great for routines.

Body Coordination

Different animal moves improve balance, strength, and whole-body control.

Imagination & Role Play

Pretending to be a bird, bear, or frog boosts creativity and confidence.

Language Practice

Kids learn action words like hop, crawl, march, swim, and fly with audio support.

Social & Group Play

Perfect for classrooms—kids take turns, follow rules, and play safely together.

Quick Tip: If the floor is slippery, skip “duck walk” and “crawl like a snake” and use “fly like a bird” or “march like soldiers” instead.

Simon Says animal moves for kids — Kids pretending to move like animals—frog, bird, bear—in a fun lesson.

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Simon Says Animal Moves for Kids: Printable / Quick List (Lesson 3)

Print this quick list for fast practice. Great for classrooms, birthday parties, PE warm-ups, and fun family games.

✅ Lesson 3 Commands (Quick)

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March like soldiers
Simon says: march like soldiers.
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Walk like a dog
Simon says: walk like a dog.
3
Hop like a frog
Simon says: hop like a frog.
4
Hop on one foot
Simon says: hop on one foot.
5
Walk like a bear (count to five)
Simon says: walk like a bear, count to five.
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Crawl like a snake
Simon says: crawl like a snake.
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Duck walk
Simon says: duck walk.
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Fly like a bird
Simon says: fly like a bird.
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Swim like a fish
Simon says: swim like a fish.
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Sleep like a panda
Simon says: sleep like a panda.

🎤 Teacher / Parent Quick Lines

Use these short lines to keep kids excited and safe:

“Ready… animal actors!”
“Slow and safe—watch your space.”
“Remember: only move if I say Simon says.”
“Freeze! Show me your best animal statue.”
“Great pretending—now switch to the next animal!”

Tip: Do 5 commands first, then repeat with all 10.

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Simon Says Animal Moves for Kids: FAQ (Lesson 3)

Quick help for parents and teachers using fun animal actions in Simon Says.

What age is this lesson best for?

This lesson is great for preschool and early primary kids. Start with easy actions like “fly like a bird” and “sleep like a panda,” then add more active moves when children feel confident.

How can I play safely with crawling actions?

Use a clean open area and a mat for floor actions. Keep space between children and ask them to move slowly. If the floor is slippery, skip crawling and choose standing actions like marching or flying.

How long should one round take?

Keep it short and fun. A round can be about three to six minutes. Try a quick set with a few commands, then repeat with more commands. End with a calm move like “sleep like a panda.”

How do I make the game more challenging?

Mix fast and slow actions and add counting with “walk like a bear (count to five).” Sometimes give a command without saying “Simon says” so kids practice self-control and listening.

What if a child feels shy or doesn’t want to do an animal move?

Let them choose a gentle action first, like small wing flaps, or allow them to copy a friend. Praise effort and keep the mood playful so they feel safe to try.