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Lap Sit | This game can be run with medium to large sized groups and is a good one to teach the concept of trust. Make a big circle and... more>>> | |
I've got mail | This game requires everyone to sit on seats in a circle. A leader then makes a statement such as: "I've got mail for everyone... more>>> | |
Three Things Theatre | Ask for three volunteers to stand at the front of the group and prepare to do an improvisational skit. Ask a couple of members of... more>>> | |
Heads or Tails | A very simple game for all group sizes. Have everyone stand up and either put their hands on their heads or their 'tail'. Flip... more>>> | |
Four Corners | A similar game to Heads or Tails, this game involves a process of elimination! You'll... more>>> | |
Who am I | For this activity you need some stickers (address labels), post-it notes or just some paper and tape. On each sticker, write... more>>> | |
All Stars | Give each person a piece of paper and have them draw a self-portrait. Ask them to put their name on it (in case it's not obvious who it is!).... more>>> | |
Silent Signs | Each person creates their own unique 'sign' - a discrete action such as the peace sign, thumbs up or down, pat on the head, tap on the nose,... more>>> | |
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Two sides of a coin | This game encourages people to see the good in things, by identifying a positive side to every situation... more>>> | |
Best Friends and Worst Enemies | A short fun physical game to help get people moving... more>>> | |
Write a Story Game | A game to encourage creative teamwork... more>>> | |
Sardines | "Sardines" is a fun and suspenseful variation of hide-and-seek that can be especially enjoyable for youth groups. In this game, one person... more>>> | |
Jug N Jog | Jug N Jog is a fun group game that combines elements of tag and teamwork. Here are instructions on how to play: Objective: The... more>>> | |
Relays | Basing a night / program around relays can be fun if you're creative. Basic Relay Race Setup: Team Formation:... more>>> | |
Caterpillar Race | Form teams of equal size, with five to seven players on each team (3 also works). Have kids think up one-syllable names for their teams. Then... more>>> | |
Exciting life awards | This game is a creative way for people to get to know each other in pairs and then in a wider group... more>>> | |
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Photo night | Split into groups of 4-5 (make sure there's one leader in each group), and give each group a camera (or they can use their phones if they... more>>> | |
Categories | Everyone needs a piece of paper and pen for this one. Down the left hand side, write the following categories: TV... more>>> | |
The Toaster Game | Everyone sits in a circle. In the middle of the circle is a toaster. ... more>>> | |
Human Knot | Everyone stands in a close circle - puts both hands out - and randomly grabs hold of someone else's hand, creating a massive knot! Without... more>>> |
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