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Notable Names

Time: 5-10 mins
Topic: Equality & Inclusion, Just for Fun
Location: Inside, Online, Outside

A name game for introducing yourselves

We Don't Need no Education

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Democracy, Justice
Location: Inside, Online

An engaging drama game to consider the perspective of public sector workers

Picket Line

Time: 10-20 mins
Topic: Justice
Location: Inside, Outside

A game for discussing the various things that are good, or not so good to have on the picket line

Peace Words

Time: 5-10 mins
Topic: Peace
Location: Inside

An energetic activity to get young people thinking about peace

Compost Cake

Time: 1h +
Topic: Environment
Location: Outside

Discover how to make nutrient-rich compost to grow your own produce - a long-term project for any group willing to get their hands dirty!

Changing Weather

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Environment
Location: Inside

Can we find out what is happening to the climate by observing the weather in our local area? Build your own weather instruments to find out...

Natural Fibre Fashion

Time: 1h +
Topic: Environment
Location: Inside, Outside

Take a look at your clothes to find out where they’re made and what they’re made of - and find another use for stinging nettles

Adaptation Quiz

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Environment
Location: Inside, Online

Try this quiz to find out what your group already understands about the climate emergency, and give them the chance to build their knowledge!

Hedgerow Soup

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Environment
Location: Outside

What plants could we forage in our local area, if food supplies were scarce? If you can find stinging nettles near you, you’ve got a source of food!

Climate Chaos

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Environment
Location: Inside, Outside

An energetic, visual way for your group to explore the science behind the greenhouse effect and the processes that are driving climate change

Shelter Building

Time: 1h +
Topic: Cooperation
Location: Inside, Outside

Can you co-operate with your group to build a shelter that will stand up to the weather?

Shipwrecked

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Refugees
Location: Inside, Outside

How would you prepare if you had to leave your home because of the climate emergency? Try this role play with your group to find out.