Co-operating Together
Some scenarios to act out and get everyone thinking about co-operation
Co-operative Chairs
A cooperative twist on a classic game
Landmine Avoidance
Think about the long term effects of war
Child Soldier Poem
Write a poem together
Quarry Simulation
Set up a mine in your group and think about child labour
Rhythm Clap
Sit in a circle with eyes closed. Players individually think of a rhythm to clap or beat, and are then asked to begin clapping/tapping their rhythms. Listen to see if people gradually begin to move in similar rhythms; from initial chaos, you may find a growing co-ordination about the sound.
Needs and Wants
Think about what are children’s rights
Dragon Procession
Think about Chinese New Year and make a dragon
Dragon’s Tails
A quick game
Simon Says Australian Style
A twist on a classic game
Eagle and Chicks
An energetic game
Shopping Bag
An energetic game which requires some listening!