Can You Find It
Can You Find It
Purpose
To work together as a group, making decisions to reach a goal.
Time
5-10 minutes to compile a list
10-30 minutes to hunt
5-15 minutes to debrief
Groupings
Teams of 3-5 people
Materials
One set of materials for each team
Paper
Pencil
A paper or plastic bag to put items inside
Directions
Each group meets together and makes a list of 10 items that could be found in a specific location.
The teacher identifies the search parameters so students know how to choose their items.
The teacher decides the specific number of items based on availability and participants' skills. After each list is finished, groups swap lists.
At the teacher's signal, each group sets out to be the first to find all 10 items on their list and place them inside the bag.
At the end of the allotted time, have all teams gather in a central location and display their list and items.
You can give prizes for:
the first team back
each team that finds all the items on their list
the team that found the most unusual item
the team whose list had a theme
use your imagination to create fun and zany prize categories When participants are finished with their nametags, have them share the information in small groups.
Follow Up Discussion
How did you decide what items to put on your list?
Did you try to make your list easy, medium, or difficult?
Did everyone participate in developing the list? Why? Why not?
What role did you play in developing the list?
How did you go about finding the items on your list?
Did everyone find at least one item?
Did some people find more? Why? Why not?
Did working as a team make this task easier or more difficult?
Why was it important to work as a team?
