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The Impossible Knot

Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup: little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: K-12Group Size: 2 or moreTime: 5 minutes Introduction: When we have a limited view, overcoming some challenges can seem impossible.  When we begin to “think outside the box” and see the big picture, however, these seemingly impossible obstacles can be overcome.  This challenge will show students that seeing the

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Endless Race

Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup: little or no space requiredActivity Type: Object lessonGrades: K-12Group Size: 4 or moreTime: 5 minutes Introduction: This simple activity helps illustrate the importance of knowing where you are going. Students will quickly see that when they don’t have direction it is difficult, if not impossible, to succeed. Instead, confusion and frustration are usually the end

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Draw to Win

Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup: little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: 1-12Group Size: 5 or moreTime: 10-15 minutes Introduction: Having a limited view means your focus is on things other than your goals and dreams.  This activity shows that real winners have a goal and don’t let others pull them away from it. Materials: 1 piece of paper per student

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Count the F’s

Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup: little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: 2-12Group Size: 2 or moreTime: 5 minutes Introduction: When facing life’s challenges, sometimes we need to take a second look to see things in perspective.  This activity shows that by closely examining our situation, we can often reframe our view of the world. Materials: Copies of a paper with

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