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Jenga

A curious remix of the classic block tower game

Mechanics:

Action Choice, Area Management, Asymmetry, Chance, Construction, Dexterity, Exploration, Improvisation, Presentation, Storytelling, Turn-based,

Dynamics:

Adaptability, Application, Attention, Curiosity, Cultural Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Growth Mindset, Integrity, Listening, Positivity, Public Speaking, Responsiveness,

HOW TO PLAY

Play Personalities

Explorer, Competitor, Storyteller,

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

Jenga: https://www.jenga.com/

DIY Notes:

Variations

> Label each brick with a color or number, then create a key for questions players must answer as they pull pieces

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?

Why

Position the reflection around goals and metrics, as well as the skills and roles to succeed: 

Q - Did you enjoy this game? Do others agree? Why or why not? 

Q - Where might you have changed your strategy or mindset to improve results? 

Q - When did your actions most affect others in the game?

Feel

Position the reflection around sensory and emotional responses to certain options or ideas: 

Q - Were you satisfied with the level of engagement from your team members? 

Q - What made you feel respected and valued during the game? 

Q - When did the game have the most energy? The most tension?

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Learning Preambles

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Why  |  Feel

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