Finish The Rhyme
Introduction
If you’re looking for a baby shower game that gets people smiling without requiring a bunch of supplies or instructions, Finish the Rhyme is a good one to go with.
The idea is simple: the host reads out the start of a rhyme baby-themed, of course and guests shout (or write down) what they think the ending should be. Some go the sweet route, others get... creative.
You’ll end up with a mix of surprisingly clever and totally ridiculous answers, which is exactly what makes this one memorable.
What You’ll Need
- A list of baby-related rhyming lines (you’ll need at least 10–15 to keep the game going).
- Paper and pens for guests if you’re doing written answers, or just have them call out responses if it’s more of a casual vibe.
- A host or reader with a good sense of humor delivery matters here!
- Small prizes for funniest, most accurate, or most unexpected rhyme endings (optional, but fun).
How to Play
- The host reads the first part of a rhyme out loud, like: ‘The baby is sweet, the baby is small…’
- Then everyone tries to come up with a line that finishes it. For example: ‘...but when they’re hungry, they scream down the hall!’
- Guests can write down their endings if you want to keep track or do a judging round. Or just go freestyle and take turns saying them aloud.
- You can make it a competition by having the parent-to-be (or everyone) vote on the best rhyme each round.
- Repeat with new prompts aim for at least 10 rounds. Don’t be afraid to get weird with it, especially once people get more comfortable.
Fun Variations
Anonymous Submissions: Have guests drop their rhyme endings into a bowl and read them without names. Adds mystery and funnier judging.
Rap Battle Version: Okay, not a real rap battle, but let guests add a beat or rhythm if they want to be dramatic.
Act It Out: Once someone finishes the rhyme, they have to act it out. Expect baby cries and bottle pantomimes.
Serious vs Silly Rounds: Some rounds aim for heartfelt endings, others for pure chaos. Let guests know the vibe before each one.
Team Play: Guests pair up and finish the rhyme together great for breaking the ice or if the group is a little shy.
Why Guests Love It
- Everyone gets to be silly without being put on the spot too hard.
- There’s no ‘right’ answer just fun and whatever comes to mind.
- It brings out unexpected creativity. Some people you’d never guess end up being hilarious poets.
- Laughter is basically guaranteed, especially when the rhymes start going off the rails.
- It’s light, flexible, and works with any crowd even folks who usually sit out games.
Conclusion
Finish the Rhyme is one of those games that’s more about the laughs than the win. It’s loose, low-pressure, and full of weird little gems that people will be repeating later.
It works well early in the party when guests are warming up, or later when everyone’s relaxed and ready to get goofy.
Whether the rhymes are cute, funny, or just totally bonkers, they make for a great moment during the shower rhyme baby maybe even a few inside jokes afterward.
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