EQUIPMENT
24 tall cones
24 short cones
24 fuzzy balls
1 blindfold per team
1 flag per student
STORYLINE
Today we are playing Skyscraper. Your goal is to work together as a team to build the tallest structure.
INSTRUCTIONS
- I will divide you in teams of 3 – 4 and will distribute the equipment equally.
- Before the game begins, move with your team and materials to a place on the field away from other teams.
- Ro Sham Bo to decide who will be the builder.
- The builder must wear a blindfold.
- The builder is the only one who can touch the equipment.
- When I say, “GO!” the rest of the teammates must communicate to the builder to try and build the tallest skyscraper.
- When I say, “STOP” I will decide who has the tallest skyscraper.
- You cannot be touching the skyscraper to help hold it up.
- Switch roles with your teammates at the beginning of each round.
Game 1: Play as indicated above.
Game 2: Spread all the equipment out. Teammates must communicate to the blindfolded builders where to pick up equipment and start building.
TEACHING TIPS
- Approach: Allow students five minutes to build their skyscraper.
- Safety: Remind teammates to be thoughtful about how they speak to the builders – giving compliments will help when builders get frustrated.
- Discussion: Ask students to share who they saw working together as a team during this game.