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Woodchips (5 & under)

Younger Elfins (6-7)

Older Elfins (8-9)

Pioneers (10-12)

Venturers (13-15)

DFs (16-20)

Adult

Upcycle T-shirt to Bag

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Environment, Identity & Culture, Just for Fun
Location: Inside

When I Go To Camp

Time: 10-20 mins
Topic: Just for Fun
Location: Inside

Why do visas exist?

Time: 1h +
Topic: Identity & Culture, International
Location: Inside

This activity involves creating your own talk show to discuss visa policies

Visa Minefield

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

Hands Up for Your Rights

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

Exploring and learning about Rights of the Child

Woodcraft Crumble

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

Writing a recipe for your group

History Gap

Time: 1h +
Topic: Equality & Inclusion, Identity & Culture, Justice
Location: Inside, Outside

Take a walk in your local area and consider who the streets and parks are named after. Is there a history gap?

Take a step forward

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Equality & Inclusion
Location: Inside, Online, Outside

Play different roles to show privilege in society.

Same But Different

Time: 10-20 mins
Topic: Identity & Culture, Refugees
Location: Inside

An opening activity to get elfins thinking about the issue of refugees

Othering

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Identity & Culture, Peace
Location: Inside, Outside

A short activity using coloured stickers to divide people that introduces the concept of ‘othering’ and its role in conflicts.

Back of the Bus Remix

Time: 20-40 mins
Topic: Equality & Inclusion, Identity & Culture, Justice
Location: Inside, Online, Outside

Throughout history protest songs have brought people together and inspired action for social change.

Biscuit Voting

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

Have a vote with your group to explore democracy and enjoy some yummy treats