This ice-breaker game is part of the resources made available by Earthchild Project, used by our facilitators in under-resourced schools in South Africa. Additional lesson plans, games, songs and a Seed Pack guide to teaching holistic education can be found at: Earthchildproject.org/teaching-resources
STEP IN STEP OUT
Type: Name Game
Age: All ages
Resources: None
Time: Depends on group size
Group Size: The more the merrier
An active name game and icebreaker. Creates relaxed and energised vibes in a group while building confidence and allowing people to get to know each other.
Standing in a circle, everyone chants: “Step in step out, come and introduce yourself (x2), STEP IN”. One person then steps in and says “hi my name is _________ and…” they can add any of the following variations: school, grade, favourite hobby, etc.
When they are done everyone chants: “STEP OUT” and person steps out. Chant “Step in step out” again until everyone has had a turn moving clockwise around the circle.
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