School Counselor's Book of Amazing Discussion Jump-Starters:72 Attention-Grabbing, Brief Scenarios with Discssion Questions, Activities and Reproducibles

by Tom Carr (2008, YouthLight, 23.95)
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This resource is designed to help you energize student discussions on topics related to cutting-edge current trends and issues for students in upper elementary and middle schools. You will find it to be a great supplemental resource in your individual and small group counseling, and in your classroom guidance sessions. Grades 3-8. [8.5” x 11”...160 pages]

Impact!: 65 Hands-on Activities That Make a Difference

by Carl Olson (2005, Educational Media, 11.95)
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Carl "Energizer" Olson (a middle school counselor) has assembled 65 hands-on activities to stimulate and amaze as he teaches important concepts about life. Use these activities in classrooms, groups, and with individuals to make points that will be remembered because of the dynamic nature of your presentations. Clear instructions, illustrations, and a list of props required accompany each activity. Grades K-12. [5.5” x 8.5”...152 pages]

Energizers: Calisthenics for the Mind

by Carl Olson (2000, Educational Media, 10.95)
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Here you will find 71 energizers, games, and initiatives. Energizers are designed to activate the emotional nature of the group. Games are organized play that includes competition on an individual or team basis. The initiatives section, goes one step further. It has more in-depth analysis of thoughts, feelings, impressions, and reactions. Grades K-12. [6” x 9”...144 pages]

Warm Ups & Wind Downs: 101 Activities for Moving & Motivating Groups

by Sandra Hazouri, et al. (1993, Educational Media, 9.95)
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These activities for beginning, energizing, and closing groups are presented in a clear and concise manner. Counselors, teachers, and group leaders are stimulated to approach each new group session with a freshness that will encourage productivity and creativity. Grades 4-12. [5.5” x 8.5”...144 pages]

Conducting Group Discussions with Kids

by Tom Jackson (2002, Red Rock Publishing, 12.95)
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A leader’s guide to making an activity meaningful and educational! You will discover a practical and engaging four-step discussion outline. The focus is on getting kids to talk and ask questions. Includes discussion formats, room arrangements, and more. [6” x 9”...120 pages]

Icebreakers a la Carte

by Sandy Christian, et al. (2004, Whole Person Associates, 29.95)
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Icebreakers are not just for getting acquainted. Using icebreakers with your groups puts them, and yourself, at ease and sets the scene for meaningful discussion and sharing. At any time during a session, they will stimulate lively interaction. Each icebreaker in this book is easy to present, and reproducible worksheets are included when necessary. Grades 6-adult. [6” x 9”...188 pages]

The Big Book of Stress-Relief Games

by Robert Epstein (2000, McGraw-Hill, 21.95)
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These 50 quick games, exercises, and activities provide fast, fun stress relief wherever and whenever it strikes. Most take less than five minutes. The author is the Editor-in-Chief of Psychology Today. [7” x 9”...203 pages]

Energizers and Icebreakers: For All Ages & Stages

by Elizabeth Foster-Harrison (1989, Educational Media, 9.95)
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These stimulating activities create interest through involvement and close interaction with other group members. You will find a variety of strategies that work toward the goal of creating a warm, inviting, and exciting place to interact. Grades 4-12. [5.5" x 8.5"...158 pages]

More Energizers and Icebreakers: For All Ages & Stages, Book II

by Elizabeth Foster-Harrison (2000, Educational Media, 9.95)
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A welcome companion to the author's popular and useful Engergizers and Icebreakers. Grades 4-12. [5.5" x 8.5"...160 pages]

The Big Book of Presentation: Wake-Em-Up Tricks, Icebreakers, & Other Fun Stuff

by John Newstrom & Edward Scannell (1998, McGraw-Hill, 21.95)
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There's a foolproof grab bag of 70 fast, fun, and easy-to-lead games and audience activities that can invigorate any speech or presentation. [7” x 9”...212 pages]

Classroom Warm-Ups: Activities That Improve the Climate for Learning and Discussion

by Linda Shoop & Deborah Wright (2000, Resource Publications, 21.95)
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These quick and easy, ready-to-use icebreakers and trust-building activities help build a comfortable and confident learning environment for students. They are short and memorable. You will find many great photo-copiable handouts included. Grades 4-12. [8.5” x 11”...86 pages]

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