Matthew McConaughey:
A Good Life
50 Things To Do Before I Die...
Using loose leaf, assuming that you live until you are 90+ yrs old,
create a list of 50 Things You Want To Do Before You Die.
Be sure to place your FULL NAME, CLASS, and DATE including YEAR
in the top right hand corner before handing in.
create a list of 50 Things You Want To Do Before You Die.
Be sure to place your FULL NAME, CLASS, and DATE including YEAR
in the top right hand corner before handing in.
Dear Me...
Who Do I Want To Be?
What Sustains My Joy?
Who Am I Outside Of School?
What Am I Good At Outside Of Academics?
What Do I Want To Accomplish In Life?
Using loose leaf, answer the above in letter to self format.
Be sure to place your FULL NAME, CLASS, and DATE including YEAR in the top right hand corner before handing in.
Be prepared to share parts of your letter with your class at a later date.
Be sure to place your FULL NAME, CLASS, and DATE including YEAR in the top right hand corner before handing in.
Be prepared to share parts of your letter with your class at a later date.
Two Truths, One Lie
Students list two truths and one lie about themselves on a Post-it-Note.
Classmates then guess who the people are as the Post-it-Notes are read out to the class one at a time.
Classmates then guess who the people are as the Post-it-Notes are read out to the class one at a time.
Students list two truths and one lie about themselves on a Post-it-Note.
Classmates then guess who the people are as the Post-it-Notes are read out to the class one at a time.
Classmates then guess who the people are as the Post-it-Notes are read out to the class one at a time.
Breaking the Ice
Icebreakers are facilitation techniques which can help people get to know each other in a short period of time. When used correctly, icebreakers help participants relax and learn more about each other while having some fun! Icebreakers can also help create an environment conducive for learning or cooperation. This article shares a few fantastic icebreakers for groups of teens.
Things I Would Like To Know About My Classmates Are...
List at least 3 different questions you would like your classmates to answer.
Circles Conversation Powerpoint Activity
Circles Conversation Powerpoint Activity
Move Your Butt
Everyone sits on a chair that are arranged in a circle with little space between chairs. The facilitator stands in
the center. S/he will then ask a question to the group (ie Who is excited to be at this meeting?). Those who
would answer yes, or those to whom the question applies must stand up and quickly (not run) move to another
seat across the circle. People cannot take the seat on either side of where they were just sitting. They also
cannot sit back in the same chair. Who ever does not get a chair must ask the next question. Give them a few
practice tries before they must ask a question. Have a few questions prepared.
the center. S/he will then ask a question to the group (ie Who is excited to be at this meeting?). Those who
would answer yes, or those to whom the question applies must stand up and quickly (not run) move to another
seat across the circle. People cannot take the seat on either side of where they were just sitting. They also
cannot sit back in the same chair. Who ever does not get a chair must ask the next question. Give them a few
practice tries before they must ask a question. Have a few questions prepared.
I Am Grateful For...
Without gratitude, what was extraordinary yesterday becomes ordinary today.
List at least 5 things you are grateful for. Be prepared to share why you are grateful for each item.
List at least 5 things you are grateful for. Be prepared to share why you are grateful for each item.
Let The Games Begin!
27 insanely fun outdoor backyard games
If You Really Knew Me, You Would Know That...
Bulletin Boards
Each student has a week to display anything of their choosing - within their chosen comfort level -
that answers the above open ended statement.
that answers the above open ended statement.
Awareness/Attention To Detail Challenge
Form two equal lines facing each other.
One line turns around to face the back wall giving the other line 30 seconds to change 10 things about themselves as a group. This can include anything from jewelry or clothing being swapped with other people, untied shoelaces, a different hairdo, or a switched watch/ring to the other hand. All changes must be something the other group can visually see.
The first group turns around and tries to find all the changes that the other group made.
Repeat...tournament style is an option:)
One line turns around to face the back wall giving the other line 30 seconds to change 10 things about themselves as a group. This can include anything from jewelry or clothing being swapped with other people, untied shoelaces, a different hairdo, or a switched watch/ring to the other hand. All changes must be something the other group can visually see.
The first group turns around and tries to find all the changes that the other group made.
Repeat...tournament style is an option:)
Simon Sinek: Know The Game You're Playing
Simon talks about technology, millennials, and the importance of practicing empathy.
Understanding The Game We're Playing Video
Understanding The Game We're Playing Video
Hallway Swimming Challenge
Challenge: To create a class video of everyone hallway swimming for a chosen length of time.
Hallway Swimming Demo Video
Hallway Swimming Demo Video
Simon Sinek: 5 Rules to Follow Finding Your Spark
New Look is an organization that helps teens find their "spark", or passion, & live purpose-driven lives. In this video from our Signature Event, author, optimist & TED celebrity, Simon Sinek, gives 5 rules to follow as you find your spark!
5 Rules To When Finding Your Spark Video
5 Rules To When Finding Your Spark Video
Make It or Break It?
Do they make it or break it? You have 10 sec to decide!
Make It or Break It Video Clips
Make It or Break It Video Clips
What Makes A Good Life?
|
As the director of a 75-year-old study on adult development, Waldinger has unprecedented access to data on true happiness and satisfaction. In this talk, he shares three important lessons learned from the study as well as
some practical, old-as-the-hills wisdom on how to build a fulfilling, long life. Ted Talk: What Makes A Good Life Prepare to share about one of the following: Who do you truly trust to have your back? Who do you need to forgive? |
Would You Rather...
With individual whiteboards, in partners or class teams with designated spokes people....
Would You Rather Questions
Would You Rather Questions #2
Would You Rather Questions
Would You Rather Questions #2
Ready for the Job?
Soft skills are those personal characteristics that help you function successfully as an
individual (motivation, self-confidence and flexibility) as well as within a group (teamwork, negotiation and respect).
When it comes to finding and maintaining employment and moving up the ladder, these skills are key.
We found nine engaging lessons that are not only just right for teaching middle and high schoolers
the soft skills they need, they’re also a lot of fun!
individual (motivation, self-confidence and flexibility) as well as within a group (teamwork, negotiation and respect).
When it comes to finding and maintaining employment and moving up the ladder, these skills are key.
We found nine engaging lessons that are not only just right for teaching middle and high schoolers
the soft skills they need, they’re also a lot of fun!
Teambuilding Adventures
Team building activities or games develop communication, coordination, cooperation and team spirit amongst people.
Let’s have a look at some interesting corporate games that can be played within adults and kids.
Let’s have a look at some interesting corporate games that can be played within adults and kids.
Puzzle of Motivation: The Candle Problem
Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don't: Traditional rewards aren't always as effective as we think. Listen for illuminating stories -- and maybe, a way forward.
Stephen Hawking Wisdom
British physicist Stephen Hawking was probably the most recognizable and admired scientist alive until his death Mar 13, 2018 - National Pi day and Einsteins birthday. Diagnosed at 21 yrs - with a 2 year life expectancy- with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS),
a form of motor neurone disease, he overcame debilitating illness to produce some of the most groundbreaking scientific theories
in the last few centuries. Hawking’s goal has been no less than to understand the workings of the universe, devoting his life to uncovering “The Theory of Everything” — the fitting title of the 2014 Oscar-winning portrayal of his life. Stephen Hawking might
be disabled in body, but certainly not in his ambitions. Stephen Hawking is hands down one of the most inspiring and
transformative figures of the last century.
Here are the Top 13 Stephen Hawking Quotes to Inspire You to Think Bigger.stephen_hawking_quotes.docx and Poster Style
a form of motor neurone disease, he overcame debilitating illness to produce some of the most groundbreaking scientific theories
in the last few centuries. Hawking’s goal has been no less than to understand the workings of the universe, devoting his life to uncovering “The Theory of Everything” — the fitting title of the 2014 Oscar-winning portrayal of his life. Stephen Hawking might
be disabled in body, but certainly not in his ambitions. Stephen Hawking is hands down one of the most inspiring and
transformative figures of the last century.
Here are the Top 13 Stephen Hawking Quotes to Inspire You to Think Bigger.stephen_hawking_quotes.docx and Poster Style
Life Lessons From 100+ Year Olds
We asked three centenarians what their most valuable life lessons were, and also their regrets. The conversations that followed were remarkable. They talked about the importance of family, people, relationships and love. Their view on life, as an elderly citizen with a lot of experience is truly an inspiration and motivation. Enjoy the video!
"Easy To Plan" Party Games
Ready for the challenge...check out these 42 party games!
Podcast: Create The Person You Want To Be
Check out the Bulletproof Podcast (48:14) here and consider these reflection questions based on the podcast.
For High School Settings Take Note:
START at 4:57
.STOP at 50:20
(Necessity of sex for health/performance & microdosing LSD -
important topics but not ones to just "throw out there" at a high school level
without having a larger conversation around them to give context)
START again at 53:09
STOP at 56:05
(last 2 min are just book promos)
For High School Settings Take Note:
START at 4:57
.STOP at 50:20
(Necessity of sex for health/performance & microdosing LSD -
important topics but not ones to just "throw out there" at a high school level
without having a larger conversation around them to give context)
START again at 53:09
STOP at 56:05
(last 2 min are just book promos)
Pass the Beat Around The Room
Standing in a circle, each student must say one beat from the phrase, pass-the-beat a-round the room.
If they happen to be the rest at the end of the phrase, they are to touch their shoulders on the beat.
Students who are out sit down, but still count for a beat with the remaining students saying the missing words in their head.
Once students become comfortable, the word beat is replaced with a stamp.
Ready for the challenge...check out this video to pass the beat around the room!
If they happen to be the rest at the end of the phrase, they are to touch their shoulders on the beat.
Students who are out sit down, but still count for a beat with the remaining students saying the missing words in their head.
Once students become comfortable, the word beat is replaced with a stamp.
Ready for the challenge...check out this video to pass the beat around the room!
For Julia, In The Deep Water Poem
Poetry analysis opportunity...For Julia, I The Deep Water.
The beauty and pain of letting people grow while supporting them in moving on to new stages of life.
The beauty and pain of letting people grow while supporting them in moving on to new stages of life.
Make An Impact
You cried when you were born while everyone else rejoiced.
Live a life that makes everyone else cry when you die while you rejoice.
Make An Impact - Inspirational Video (2:34)
Live a life that makes everyone else cry when you die while you rejoice.
Make An Impact - Inspirational Video (2:34)