Who Am I? is a guessing game where you use the traits and characteristics of famous, historical, or company figures to break the ice with each other. Any sized group can play — you are only limited by your own imagination! Materials required are sticky nametags and a marker. Self-adhesive white Avery labels work great.… Continue reading Who Am I
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Great Wind Blows
Great Wind Blows (also known as the Big Wind Blows) is a good icebreaker activity that involves a bit of movement, a bit similar to Musical Chairs. The game can help everyone break the ice and help students get to know each other a bit better. You’ll need several chairs (one fewer than the total… Continue reading Great Wind Blows
Strange Disease Diagnosis Game
Uh oh, for some reason the patient is is acting really strange! We’ll need to guess what illness does he or she have? The Strange Disease Diagnosis Game (which also goes by several other names, including the Mysterious Illness Game, Doctor Game, Psychiatrist Game, or Diagnosis Game) is a fun party game that involves some… Continue reading Strange Disease Diagnosis Game
Ultimate Ninja Game
Ultimate Ninja is one of the fastest, most hilarious party games out there. The primary goal to be the quickest ninja warrior by hitting another player’s hand — while dodging other player’s ninja attacks! This activity works best with about ten people in a group. If you have a very large group, subdivide into groups of… Continue reading Ultimate Ninja Game
Games to Play Online with Friends While Social Distancing
Dear Icebreakers Family, This has been a challenging time for everyone. We hope you and your family are doing well — staying safe and healthy. Do you need activities to play while you are isolated at home? Games can be one of the best ways to connect with friends as a social experience and to… Continue reading Games to Play Online with Friends While Social Distancing
Late Arrivals Game
The Late Arrivals Game is an entertaining word/talking game popular in the United Kingdom. Each player takes a turn as the toastmaster of a fancy ball, introducing the guests of the ball in a funny way.
Extremes Game: Where Do You Stand?
The Extremes Game: Where Do You Stand? is a useful classroom icebreaker that helps people get to know each other’s opinions and stances a bit better. It can be played with medium to extra large sized groups and is a good way to get everyone moving around a little bit. The game can vary in… Continue reading Extremes Game: Where Do You Stand?
The Best Icebreaker Games for Date Night! Part One
Part One of our new series on the perfect icebreakers for your upcoming date night!
Shoe Pile Mingle Game
A great way to break the ice is the Shoe Pile Meet-and-Greet Mingle Game. This icebreaker game is especially useful for corporations and training situations where you want to break the ice and build up team chemistry. Setup for Shoe Pile Mingle Ask everyone to take off one of their shoes (only one of their… Continue reading Shoe Pile Mingle Game
Virtual icebreakers for Zoom – 2021 pandemic edition
Unfortunately, this year has been a challenging time during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Many classes have been moved to online, with videoconferencing software like Zoom, Google Meet and Microsoft Teams being used for teaching and learning sessions. While the virus keeps everyone home and people are “social distancing,” there is a growing need for more… Continue reading Virtual icebreakers for Zoom – 2021 pandemic edition