Great Group Games: 175 Boredom–Busting, Zero–Prep Team Builders for All Ages
Ann Saylor, Susan Ragsdale
Search Institute Press
July 2007
Paperback, 228 pages
ISBN: 1574821962
Whether it‘s the kick–off of an event, a 20–minute gap between functions, or an all–day or multiday retreat, this sourcebook suggests a wide array of solutions for keeping young people upbeat, engaged, and unified. Offering icebreakers, "straight–up €ť games, and reflection activities, the book provides instructions for staging meaningful, fun interactions that encourage participants to think. Games are organized in sections identifying various stages of group–building, ranging from establishing foundational relationships and building upon them to transitions and celebrations. Among the games included are: Change Over —turn a tarp completely over while always remaining on the tarp; Common Ground —Which team has the most in common?; and You‘re a Star —team members guess whose celebrity name is on their backs. Details on timing and supplies are also featured for each activity.
About the Author:
Susan Ragsdale and Ann Saylor are nationally recognized trainers and program consultants in the youth and community development field. As cofounders of the Center for Asset Development, they have equipped youth and adults in agencies such as the YMCA of the USA, Americorps, and the Tennessee Department of Health. They are the coauthors of Building Character from the Start, Great Group Games for Kids, and Ready to Go Service Projects. Susan Ragsdale lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Ann Saylor lives in Pleasant View, Tennessee.