Beginners (6-7 years old):

• Audible cues: The hider whistles or calls out every 30 seconds (e.g., “Here!”).
• Markers: Leave coloured ribbons or small objects along the path.
• Small, familiar area: Play in a fenced playground or a small grassy field.
• Teams: Children search in pairs to help each other.
• Hints: Give regular “warmer/colder” clues.
• No time pressure: Everyone can search at their own pace.

Advanced learners (8-9 years old):

• Audible cues: The hider may only make a sound once per minute.
• Markers: Fewer ribbons, only at the start and halfway.
• Larger area: Use a park or a play forest with clear boundaries.
• No fixed teams: Children search individually but can cooperate if they meet.
• Hints: Only one hint after 5 minutes of searching.
• Time limit: Set a 10-minute limit to find the hider.

Experts (9–10 years old):

• No sounds: The hider stays completely silent.
• No markers: No visual clues.
• Strict time limit: Maximum of 6 minutes to find everyone.