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Scattergories Lists

Scattergories Lists gives families 40 clean, ready-to-play categories with simple rules, age guidance, and a random picker.

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Scattergories Lists: 40 categories

Family CleanBest for ages 8 and upLight, welcoming, and low-pressure

How to play

  1. Choose a section or use the random picker.
  2. Read one item aloud and give the player a clear turn.
  3. Switch sections or stop while the group still wants one more.
Random category

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party snacks

Party categories

  1. party snacks
  2. things in a gift bag
  3. reasons to celebrate
  4. dance moves
  5. birthday wishes
  6. things near a cake
  7. party decorations
  8. games with teams
  9. things guests bring
  10. cleanup supplies

Around the house

  1. things in a junk drawer
  2. items in a refrigerator
  3. things under a bed
  4. bathroom objects
  5. tools in a garage
  6. things with buttons
  7. soft household items
  8. things that need batteries
  9. objects with handles
  10. things found by a window

Out and about

  1. things at a park
  2. places with a line
  3. items in a grocery cart
  4. things seen from a car
  5. jobs in a town
  6. places that sell tickets
  7. things at a library
  8. sounds on a busy street
  9. items at a campsite
  10. things near water

Wild cards

  1. things that sparkle
  2. words that sound funny
  3. things you should not juggle
  4. objects bigger than a backpack
  5. things that come in pairs
  6. reasons to whisper
  7. things with wheels
  8. items that can melt
  9. things people collect
  10. words used in a mystery

How to play Scattergories Lists

Scattergories Lists works best when the first turn feels easy. Choose a round that fits the group, explain a complete turn, and let players pass without pressure.

The Scattergories categories collection adds focused rounds for groups that want more variety. Use your browser print command to make a paper copy of either original Party Whammy list.

How to keep Scattergories Lists comfortable

Every category follows Party Whammy’s family-clean standard. Keep jokes kind, skip personal topics, and move on whenever the energy drops.

How to end Scattergories Lists on a strong turn

Ten focused turns often land better than reading the whole list. Use the random picker for variety, then stop before the game feels repetitive.

Scattergories Lists questions answered

How do you play Scattergories Lists?

Choose a section, read one category aloud, and give each player a clear turn. Keep the pace quick and allow anyone to pass.

How many people can play Scattergories Lists?

Scattergories Lists works with two people or a larger party group. Split a crowded room into teams when individual turns take too long.

What ages are these categories for?

The collection uses family-clean language and works best for ages eight and older. Adults can add detail without changing the clean rating.

Do players need supplies?

Most rounds need no special supplies. Paper and pencils help when players want to track answers.

How long should a round last?

A short round takes 10 to 15 minutes. Switch sections or stop while the group still wants another turn.