EQUIPMENT
1 fuzzy ball
1 dot per student
Optional: 1+ fuzzy ball
STORYLINE
Today we are playing Communication. Your goal is to work with your teammates to pass the object without dropping it.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Before the game begins, form a circle standing on your dot so that you are an arm’s length apart from the student standing next to you.
- When I say, “GO!” call out the student’s name and toss the object underhand.
- After you toss the object, have a seat on the ground.
- We will begin a new game once everyone has a chance to catch the object.
Game 1: Play as indicated above.
Game 2: Play as indicated above. If the object drops, everyone must start over.
Game 3: Count aloud to see how fast the class can complete one pass to each student. Try beating the previous record.
Game 4: Add additional objects.
Variation: Students can only use eye contact and must make sure the student they are throwing to is looking at him/her.
TEACHING TIPS
- Approach: The teacher always begins with the object to avoid student arguments over who tosses first.
- Safety: Only underhand throws are allowed.
- Discussion: Ask students to share how they used communication to complete this challenge. What was easy or hard about communicating with your teammates to pass the object?