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Scattergories
Scattergories is a creative thinking game where players try to list unique answers that fit a category and start with a specific letter—like “F” for “Fruit” might be “Fig.” Points go to original answers, so the pressure’s on to be fast and clever.
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DIY Notes:
Variations
> Scattergories Categories (edition)
> SiXeS: combine rounds of similar answers and uniqie answers scoring points
> Listography (similar game)
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?
Act
Position the reflection around the need to be in motion and see measurable progress:
Q - How did your team define success? What indicated you were on the right track?
Q - What game insights can you apply to better handle future times of crisis or uncertainty?
Q - Did this game give you any ideas about how to activate team skills and resources in new ways?