Structures

SEL / Life Skill ________________

Materials: Materials to build a structure – straws, toothpicks, tape, post-it notes, if you’re outside – twigs, sticks, leaves, etc.

Setting: Anywhere

Say: “Today we are practicing __________ while building”

Agree upon and build a structure, picture or sculpture using objects provided. You can use straws, toothpicks, post-it notes, etc. The group can lay out objects or build something up: it is up to the group. Distribute the materials. What will __ look like, sound like, or feel like during the activity? When the groups finish, have them share their creations.

  • What happened with __________ ? How was __________ shown during the game?
  • So what did you learn about __________ ?
  • During what other situations could you use __________ ? How?
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This card is part of a series of Life Skill and Team Building games and activities. For more information on this and other group activities contact Brian Brandt, Professor, WSU Extension – Pierce County.