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A to Z

A to Z is a fast-thinking game where each player races to complete their own alphabet sheet by filling in words that start with every letter—from A to Z—based on rotating topics. With each new round, players scramble to match words to letters before time runs out. It’s a personal challenge with a competitive edge that rewards quick associations and broad vocabulary.

Mechanics:

Action Choice, Area Management, Limited Action, Memory, Race, Real-time, Take That, Trivia, Turn-based, Wordplay,

Dynamics:

Adaptability, Confidence, Creativity, Credibility, Critical Thinking, Feedback, Goal Setting, Initiative, Multitasking, Organization, Strategy Development, Time Management,

HOW TO PLAY

Written Instructions:

Play Personalities

Joker, Explorer, Competitor, Director,

As a Physical Game

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As a Digital Game

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As an Opener

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As a Core Activity

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As a Closer

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FACILITATION SUPPORT

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Buy / Access

Only on secondary markets

DIY Notes:

Variations

> Constrained answers by some other variable like length or letter avoidance 

> Different language versions 

> Tapple (similar game)

Pulse Check

Q - Are people having fun — smiling, laughing, in deep thought? 

Q - Does everyone seem open to keep playing? Are the disengaged able to be more engaged? 

Q - Do you hear productive strategizing about how to improve process or results?

How

Position the reflection around pathways and resources for accomplishing goals and future growth: 

Q - How did the team organize itself around the rules and objectives? 

Q - Did conflict or miscommunication affect the game? How might you address that for next time? 

Q - Would more time, people, or resources have shifted the team's approach? How so?

Think

Position the reflection around rational planning and communication methods: 

Q - Did this game illuminate any patterns in how you give and receive information? 

Q - How might it be helpful to know the preferences and tendencies of your colleagues? 

Q - Could your team benefit from additional or more diverse perspectives?

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