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11. Drawing the Houses: Squares or rectangles are drawn on the ground using chalk or a stone. The number of houses usually ranges between 6 to 10 and is designed in a column or spiral pattern. 2. Starting the Game: The player throws a small stone (or a similar object) into the first house. If the stone lands correctly inside the house, the player must hop on one foot (hopping like %u201cHopscotch%u201d) to move through the next houses, carefully maneuvering the stone from one house to the last. 3. Rules: - The player must not touch the lines of the houses with their foot. - If the stone falls into the wrong house or the player loses balance, the turn passes to the next player. - In each round, the player must throw the stone into the next house and complete the path. 4. Ending the Game: The player who correctly completes all houses first wins the game. Benefits of Playing Hopscotch: - Improves balance and motor coordination - Enhances concentration and precision - Provides fun and joy in open spaces - Strengthens competitive spirit and teamwork Hopscotch is not just a simple game but also a part of Iranian culture and collective memories. This game is still played in many parts of Iran, especially in villages and small towns. Hopscotch %u2013 a simple yet joyful game, a cherished memory of childhood!