See also – Teen Variation – Phrases that Fit
Activity Description: Youths write descriptive words about themselves on badges and pair up to share and learn about each other.
Items Needed:
- Small or Medium Cards that can be taped or pinned on to each youth
- (Optional) Printout: I Am Cards-Medium
- (Optional) Printout: I Am Cards-Small
- Pens (or Markers)
Before the Activity:
- Prepare the Small or Medium Cards (3–4 min)
- Give each Youth a Small or Medium Card and a marker or pen.
- Youth write one or two adjectives that describe themselves.
Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 15–20 min):
- Wear and explore (3–4 min)
- Youth wear their badges and walk around to read others’ words.
- Encourage them to look for someone with similar or opposite traits.
- Pair up and talk (5–7 min)
- Youth pair up with someone whose badge caught their attention.
- Each pair talks about why they chose their adjectives and what they learned.
Optional Reflection:
- Reflect as a group (4–5 min)
- Invite Youth to share something interesting they learned about their partner.
- Discuss how differences and similarities help build strong teams.
References:
- “Icebreakers and Name Games.” Orange County Department of Education, ocde.us/EducationalServices/CurriculumInstructionandAcademicEnrichment/AVID/Documents/icebreakers.pdf. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
