EQUIPMENT
All campers
STORYLINE
Today we are playing Lost in Translation. In this game, your objective is to communicate the secret message with your teammates, as clearly as possible, so no part is lost in translation. Remember to always help your team and encourage others to do their best. ***IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT NO BAD WORDS ARE SAID IN THIS GAME***
INSTRUCTIONS
I will divide the camp into two communication teams.
Before the game begins, form two straight lines on either side of the field stretching from the baseline to the end line. Each student should be the same distance apart.
The first student in line will receive the message from the translator (teacher) and will pass it to the next student.
Each secret message contains a certain number of words. The goal is to see how much of the original message makes it to the end (ex: “Wild winds blow above mountains” or “Feet smell funny”).
When you share the message, whisper it clearly into the ear of the next player so no one else can hear.
When the last student receives the message, he/she will run to the front, high-five the teacher and whisper the message.
When the round ends, the line shifts and the last student becomes the first student for the next round.
The message will be different and may become more challenging each new round.
Game 1: Have students do a round with a two-word message (i.e. “blue tattoo”).
Game 2: Play with a three-word message (increase the length for each round).
Variation: To increase activity and prevent eavesdropping, have students clap while waiting for the message OR have the message be a secret handshake students have to pass along.