Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup; little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: 3-12Group Size: 2 or moreTime: 10-20 minutes Introduction: This activity teaches the importance of teamwork and communication as we have students work in pairs where one student has to draw a picture following the instructions of another student. Students must rely on one another as they try to complete […]
Spatial Requirements: Gym/outdoor space requiredActivity Type: Movement/groupGrades: 5-12Group Size: 2 or moreTime: 30 minutes Introduction: As a pair works together to launch their ball high into the air, they must communicate effectively as a team to discover the best technique for the highest takeoff. They will work at problem solving and understand that it may take several tries to accomplish their
Spatial Requirements: Gym/outdoor space requiredActivity Type: Movement/groupGrades: 3-12Group Size: 5-30Time: 20 minutes Introduction: This active group activity demonstrates that a team’s success is dependent on every member of the group. It illustrates the idea that a group is impacted by even the smallest decisions of each team member. Materials: A roll of plastic wrap (Saran wrap, cling wrap) for each team
Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup; little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: 3-12Group Size: 10 or moreTime: 15-20 minutes Introduction: This fast-paced activity illustrates the energy and motivation that comes when members of a group or team are dependent on each other’s contributions. Materials: 2 whiteboards or 2 flip charts (or enough whiteboards, flip charts, or pieces of paper for each
Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup; little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: 5-12Group Size: 8 or moreTime: 20-30 minutes Introduction: This stimulating group activity challenges students to make decisions that will affect not only themselves but also members of a group. They will strategize to win as many points as possible, without knowing the most effective strategy. Students will acknowledge the
