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The Name Game

Lesson Plan

The Name Game

Enhance memory and name recognition

Children will sit in a circle and say their name along with a word that describes them and starts with the same letter (e.g., 'Silly Sarah'). This activity will help with name recognition and memory, important for building social connections and a sense of community among the children.

Audience

Believers (ages 7-8)

Time

15 mins

Approach

Enhance memory and name recognition

Materials

Comfortable seating in a circle arrangement, and Worksheet for name and adjective brainstorming

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

Welcome the children and explain the game. Highlight the importance of remembering each other's names and having fun by coming up with unique adjectives.

Step 2

Demonstrate the Game

3 mins

Give an example using your own name (e.g., 'Magical Michael'). Emphasize the use of adjectives and how they should start with the same letter as their name.

Step 3

Playing the Game

8 mins

Go around the circle one by one. Each child says their name along with the chosen adjective. Encourage repetition and support from the group if someone needs help.

Step 4

Closure

2 mins

Review the names and adjectives together, celebrating the unique contributions. Discuss why it's important to remember each other's names and how it helps build friendships.

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Worksheet

Name and Adjective Brainstorm

A worksheet to help children brainstorm and choose a unique adjective that starts with the same letter as their name.

Write your name








Think of adjectives that start with the same letter as your name. Write down as many as you can.








Circle your favorite adjective from the list.








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