| Games |
| Icebreakers - games to get to know one another |
| Skill Building Games - games that reinforce skills like knot tying, map reading, etc.. |
| Values Games - reinforce those important values in fun settings |
| Games Just for Fun - because we all need a break from thinking and learning sometimes |
| Tips for Teaching Games When starting a game, gather the group together so they can see and hear you well. Give the name of the game and some interesting facts about it to help motivate interest. Explain the game briefly, giving the basic rules. If needed, demonstrate the game with a small group of girls. After explanations, allow the group to get into the desired formation or team positions to start the activity. Ask for questions before you start to play. Decide on a starting signal, such as "Ready, set, (pause) go!" or "On your mark, get set, go!" If you decide to change rules during the game, try only one change at a time. Allow the group to help suggest rules as well. You might say to the group, "Let's try playing the game this way." Stop the game when the enthusiasm is still high. Don't let it drag on. Arrange for total participation. Devise a plan for rotation. Minimize waiting and maximize playing time. |
| Rock Climbing - website for Rock City Climbing in Anaheim Hills |
| More Icebreakers - What is your name again? You know its going to take more than one time to get to know each other! |