Tell the group a letter of the alphabet to create with the cord. Repeat the exercise several times, having the group create different letters or shapes. Reprinted by permission from Building Community in Youth Groups , copyright 1985 by Group Publishing, Inc., Box 481, Loveland, CO 80539. The students stand in a circle, then turn a shoulder inward and sit on the lap of the person behind. This activity focuses on the importance of every member's participation for success.
Students learn to trust each other and have faith in the outcome.
Ask all participants to stand in a circle. Ask each person to turn clockwise and get close to the back of the person in front of him or her. All together, have everyone gently sit down on the lap of the person behind him or her. If unsuccessful the first time, get closer together and try again. While in the lap-sit position, try playing catch with a ball.