Full-Body Rock Paper Scissors
Overview
Objective: Resolve disagreements without involvement from the teacher.
Materials: None
Number of players: 2+
Instructions
Demonstrate how to make a rock, paper, and scissors with your body:
Hierarchy of choices: Rock smashes scissors, paper covers rock, scissors cuts paper.
Game Play:
Students jump three times saying one word with each jump: “Rock!” “Paper!” “Scissors!”
On the fourth jump, students decide and land as either a rock, paper, or scissors.
The loser does a fun “penalty” activity decided on by the group. For example, dance like a chicken or run to touch a wall and back.
Tips
The facilitator can play with everyone to encourage participation.
Jumping higher than one’s partner gives you time to see their choice and react accordingly.
Reflection Questions
1. Why is full-body rock, paper, scissors healthier than normal rock, paper, scissors?
2. How would you improve this game?
3. When can you use this game to solve problems?