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What part of a lesson	New topic
Which subject	No subject
What age group	Year or Grade 6
What topic	Ice breaker
Quantity	1
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Lesson Part: New Topic - Ice Breaker Activity

Activity Title: "Two Truths and a Lie"

Objective:

This ice breaker activity aims to encourage students to share interesting facts about themselves while fostering a sense of community and trust in the classroom. It sets a positive tone for the new topic and helps students feel more comfortable with their classmates.

Materials Needed:

• Index cards or small pieces of paper
• Pens or pencils
• A timer (optional)

Instructions:

1. Introduction (5 minutes): Begin by welcoming the students and briefly explaining the importance of getting to know each other. Emphasize that understanding our classmates can help us work better together and create a friendly classroom environment.

2. Explain the Game (5 minutes): Introduce the activity "Two Truths and a Lie." Explain the rules:

   • Each student will think of three statements about themselves:
     • Two of them should be true.
     • One should be a lie.
   • When it's their turn, they will share all three statements with the class.
   • The rest of the class will try to guess which statement is the lie.

3. Give Students Time to Write (10 minutes): Distribute index cards and have the students write down their three statements. Encourage them to think of fun or surprising facts to make the game more engaging.

4. Sharing Round (20 minutes):

   • Have each student take turns presenting their three statements.
   • After a student shares, allow the rest of the class a moment to discuss and vote on which statement they believe is the lie.
   • After voting, the student reveals the correct answer.
   • Encourage students to ask questions about the truths to build connections.

5. Wrap-Up Discussion (5 minutes): After everyone has had a turn, facilitate a brief discussion. Ask questions such as:

   • What was the most surprising fact you learned about a classmate?
   • Did anyone guess the lie correctly? How did it feel to share something personal?

Conclusion:

Conclude the ice breaker by highlighting the importance of connection and how sharing these fun facts can help us work better together in the classroom. Remind students that they can always learn something new and exciting about each other throughout the year.

Optional Extension:

As a follow-up, create a "Classroom Connections" wall where students can post their truths and favorite things about themselves. This can serve as a visual reminder of the relationships formed during this activity.

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This ice breaker not only warms up the classroom but also helps build a positive atmosphere for future lessons, ensuring that students feel safe and supported as they dive into new topics together!