What’s In Your Hand
Students share about themselves while using playing cards.
Activities & Games
Pick Up Sticks
Kindergarten-5th Grade
Allotted Time
10-15 minutes
Target Behavior
Get along with different types of people
Words to Live By
I understand others are unique. I want to learn more about everyone I meet. I want to step into their shoes and see what they are going through.
Social Awareness
Others are unique and it's important to learn more about them
Children who understand others are unique can:
RECOGNIZE how diversity enriches a community
DEMONSTRATE strategies for building relationships with others who are different from them
RECOGNIZE the existence of various groups based on social and cultural variables
DESCRIBE the basic rights of all individuals regardless of their social or cultural affiliations
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Roll and Doodle
Students work together to create a drawing based on what they roll on a die.
Step Forward If
Students share about themselves and learn more about others.
You’re In My Boat
Students have fun sharing about themselves and getting to know more about other students in the group.
Tacos or Bridges
Teach students to control themselves during a game that is full of surprises.
Spinning Rope
Students learn more about each other while avoiding the spinning rope.
In My Opinion
Students learn more about others and get to give their opinions.
Four Corners
Students participate in an exciting game of chance.
Squeak Piggy, Squeak
Students practice their focus while participating in an interactive guessing game.
Snowball Toss
Students work on a team to compete in a fun "snowball" toss.
Virtual Game – Shape Your Strength
Help your students have the opportunity to display their strengths to others and be proud of them. This activity will also help each student get to know each other more and build their relationships.
Captain’s Orders
Students engage in a fast-paced nautical-themed activity while practicing taking ownership of their actions.