- Start When You Start
Start When You Start is a quick, simple opener or closer which may strengthen the bond between group members. The group holds hands and "starts when it starts, and finishes when it finishes." The rest is up to your group to figure things out on their own.
In the following course you will learn how to properly set-up and facilitate the activity and then if you wish, move students through an academic and/or social skills development reflection experience.
This activity is appropriate for children of every age.
Any group size will work with this activity.
Any school setting is appropriate for this activity.
This activity should take about 5-7 minutes to complete with your group. Budget more time if you wish to go into depth by using any of the extension activities or questions.
How to Take this Unit
Begin here and move from section to section, and be sure to download and print the activity's PDF Quick Reference Guide and any handouts as you prepare for your event.