Youth Activity Archive

Activity Description: Youths practice introducing themselves or others formally and creatively.

Items Needed:

• None (just the group and their creativity!)
• (Optional) Name tags or seating chart

Instructions for Introducing Yourself (Estimated Total Time: 10–15 min):

1. Introduce yourself to the group (10–15 min)
   • Sit in a circle as a group. Make sure everyone can see and hear each other.
   • Each Youth says their name and shares why they are there.
   • (Optional) Encourage details like where they first heard about scouting, hobbies, hometowns, favorite shows or books, or the story behind their name.

Instructions for Introducing Another (Estimated Total Time: 15–20 min):

1. Pair up Youth (2–3 min)
   • Make sure each Youth has a partner.
2. Share with a partner (3–5 min)
   • Each Youth takes turns sharing about themselves. Encourage listening and asking questions.
   • (Optional) Provide prompts if needed, such as “One thing I am proud of…” or “Something I love to do…”
3. Introduce your partner to the group (10–15 min)
   • Each Youth introduces their partner using what they learned.

Optional Reflection:

1. Reflect as a group (2–3 min)
   • Celebrate the different stories and interests.
   • Encourage Youth to notice what they have in common.

Variations

Use a theme or question to guide introductions. Youth may pass if needed, but return to them later so everyone has a chance to share. Choose one or rotate through several:

• Favorite food: “I’m Macaroni Max!”
• Alliteration with name: “I’m Joyful Jordan.”
• Something grateful for: “I’m thankful for sunshine.”
• Favorite animal, color, or season
• A dream job or place they’d love to visit
• A fun fact or something they’ve learned recently

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