Rubber Band FacesDon't be afraid to try this wacky icebreaker with your group, as the laughter is well worth it! Hand each person a large rubber band. Then instruct everyone to put the rubber band around his or her head—between the nose and upper lip, over the ears,... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, ice breakers
BalanceSometimes having too heavy of a burden is what throws us off balance in life. Open with this activity that will help group members experience what it feels like to have their burdens lifted. This is a good introduction to a session on Matthew... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, ice breakers
When I Was a KidUse this icebreaker to get your small-group talking and knowing one another better. Form two teams of equal number. Tell teams that each person should come up with a memorable story from childhood. The events can be funny, embarrassing, serious, or... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, ice breakers
Middle Name IntrosUse this icebreaker to help small-group members let each other know what's special and different about them, in a fun way. Give everyone a minute or two to come up with an original middle name. This can be a one-word name, a multiple-word name, or a... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, ice breakers
Looking For…In this activity, players must follow instructions to form groups as quickly as they can. Explain that you will be calling out categories, and in 20 seconds or less they must join with others who fit the same description that they do -- so everyone... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, ice breakers
Personal StoriesBefore your meeting, fill a paper bag with miscellaneous, ordinary items, such as a comb, a match, a leaf, a toothbrush, a fork, and so on. Have your group members sit in a circle, and ask the first one to reach into the bag and take the first thing... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, ice breakers
Cut From a Different DoughThis activity can be used any time of year or adapted for the holidays by using cookie cutters specific to a holiday or season. It's not only a creative way for everyone to get to know each other --it’s also yummy and smells delicious! To begin,... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, ice breakers