Match Face is one of the best openers we know. You will have your group rolling with laughter and see just how controlling a person's "image" can be.

By spending a little time in creative inquiry and using some of our suggestions, you can set the stage for excellent learning and a whole lot of fun for students of all ages.

Match Face addresses stepping outside of the comfort zone, taking risk and building support within a team.

In the following module you will learn how to properly set-up and facilitate the activity and then if you wish, move students through an academic and/or social skills development reflection experience.


*This activity has been adapted from the Ice Breakers & Openers CD-ROM of The Inspire! Youth Series from LearningChange, LLC.

Ages
Match Face is appropriate for all ages and grade levels.

Group Size
This activity can be facilitated with any size group.

Setting
Any area where students are free to move and make a some noise is perfect for this activity.

Duration
This activity should take about 15-30 minutes to complete with your group. Budget more time if you wish to go into depth by using any of the extension activities or questions.

General
In this activity, the following are typical results:

1. Students will have an opportunity to have an outrageous amount of fun, and realize how being silly (or refusing to) can hold an incredible amount of meaning.
2. Students will learn if the statement "I'm too cool" is a major part of their vocabulary.
3. Students will reflect on how their self-image is contributing or taking away from their experiences in and out of the after school program.
4. Students will meet others through the experience.
5. Students will be physically active for 5-10 minutes.

Academic Standards & Asset Development

For specific academic and social development lessons for this activity, see the Academic Extensions and Social Extensions sections in this module.

This course will walk you step-by-step through the process of setting up and leading this activity, as well as facilitating the conversations and lessons after the experience.

Begin here and move from section to section, and be sure to download and print the activity's PDF Quick Reference Guide and any handouts as you prepare for your event.

Budget about 5-10 minutes to walk through all sections and view all video and written instruction for this course.