Why Kids Everywhere Are Chanting “6-7” and Flapping Their Arms
If you have school-aged children, you may have heard a new phrase echoing through classrooms, playgrounds and even living rooms. The latest kid craze involves shouting “6-7” while flapping both arms up and down like wings whenever the numbers six or seven appear. It is spreading quickly, leaving many parents confused and curious about where this trend came from and why children are obsessed with it.
What is 6-7?
The trend is simple. When children see, hear or say the number six or seven, they immediately flap their arms and chant “6-7.” It can happen during math class, sports practice, video games or casual conversation. Some kids have even turned it into a challenge to see who can react the fastest when the numbers appear.
Here’s a great video on how parents everywhere are reacting from Table Manners
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Where is Started
Although the exact origin is unclear, the trend appears to have grown through short-form video platforms such as TikTok and YouTube Shorts. Kids started posting videos reacting dramatically to the numbers and challenging others to join in. Once it reached schools, word of mouth did the rest. The simplicity of the trend made it easy to copy and spread in classrooms and hallways.
Why is it so Popular with Kids?
Children love inside jokes, group games and anything that feels like a secret code. The “6-7” trend requires no equipment, skill or planning, so anyone can join at any time. It also spreads a sense of inclusion and shared humour. The randomness is part of the appeal. When one child does the chant, others quickly follow, creating a chain reaction that feels fun and spontaneous.
How Schools are Responding
Some teachers are embracing the trend as harmless fun as long as it does not disrupt learning. Others have had to set boundaries after students began interrupting lessons with sudden chants. Many educators see it as similar to past playground crazes such as the dab, bottle flipping or the “what are those” joke. It usually lasts for a few weeks, peaks, and then fades when the next big trend arrives.
Should Parents Worry?
Experts generally view the “6-7” trend as typical social play. It does not promote negative behaviour, inappropriate language or unsafe actions. It is a social bonding moment for children and a way to feel part of a group. The only time parents or teachers may need to step in is if it becomes disruptive, distracting or causes conflict among children who do not want to participate.
The “6-7” chant is the latest in a long list of viral school-yard fads that spread quickly through student culture. It is silly, surprising and, for many kids, a fun shared experience. Like most childhood trends, it will likely disappear as fast as it arrived, making room for the next one.
