The girl or boy finding the greatest number of shoes that prove to be pairs receives a prize.
To add to the merriment, several pairs of real shoes may be hidden, too, and the children will enjoy hunting for the mates.
HOP-OVER.
Fun for the children is in store when they play this game. All stand in a circle, not too near each other. One player stands in the center, holding a rope, or stout cord, at the end of which is attached a weight of some kind.
At the word "ready" the one in the center whirls the cord rapidly around near the floor. The players, to prevent it from touching their feet, hop over it as it approaches them.
In a short time every one is hopping and a lively time ensues. The one whose feet were touched takes the center place and endeavors to hit some other player's feet.
BOUQUET.
This is played similarly to "Stage-coach." Any number of children can play it. One is chosen out and is called the "gardener."