Brainstorm Bonanza Activity Cards

Instructions: Cut out these cards. In your groups, pick a card and brainstorm as many ideas as you can for the prompt!

Card 1: New Invention

Imagine you could invent anything to make mornings easier. What would it be? Draw or describe your invention.

Card 2: Magical Pet

If you could have a magical pet, what would it look like? What special powers would it have? What would you name it?

Card 3: Super Snack

Invent a brand new, super-healthy, and super-tasty snack. What ingredients does it have? What does it look like? What's its name?

Card 4: Story Starter

Finish this story: "One sunny afternoon, a tiny key fell from the sky..." What happens next? Who finds it? Where does it lead?

Card 5: Dream Playground

Design your ultimate dream playground. What unique swings, slides, or games would it have? What materials would it be made of?

Card 6: Animal Superpower

If animals could talk, what would they say? Choose an animal and give it a unique superpower. What does it do with it?

Idea Monster Dice Game

Goal: Create silly and imaginative stories or inventions using the dice prompts!

Materials: 2 dice (or use a digital dice roller)

How to Play:

1. Roll the First Die (Who/What):

   • 1: A grumpy old wizard
   • 2: A tiny, talking squirrel
   • 3: A spaceship shaped like a banana
   • 4: A giant, friendly robot
   • 5: A lost sock with magical powers
   • 6: A cloud that can change colors

2. Roll the Second Die (Where/Action):

   • 1: ...in a castle made of candy.
   • 2: ...tried to bake a cake for the moon.
   • 3: ...discovered a secret door in their bedroom.
   • 4: ...had to cross a river of glitter.
   • 5: ...found a map to a hidden treasure of giggles.
   • 6: ...wanted to teach a fish how to ride a bicycle.

3. Combine and Create! Take what you rolled on both dice and create a short story or describe an invention based on the combination. For example, if you roll a 2 and a 4: "A tiny, talking squirrel had to cross a river of glitter."

Example Story Starters:

• "The grumpy old wizard in a castle made of candy..."
• "A cloud that can change colors discovered a secret door in their bedroom..."

Bonus Challenge: Add a problem to your story! How does your character solve it creatively?

Creative Sparks Worksheet

Name: _________________________

Instructions: Let your imagination fly! Answer the questions below with your best creative ideas.

1. Design a new animal!

Draw or describe an animal that doesn't exist. What does it look like? What special things can it do?

2. If you could have a superpower, what would it be and why?

Think of a unique superpower that helps others.

3. Imagine a shoe that can do more than just protect your feet. What extra cool feature does it have?

4. Write a sentence to start a story about a talking tree in your backyard.

5. What is one new way you can use a common object, like a paperclip or a shoelace?

Creative Minds Quiz Answer Key

1. Creativity is only for artists.

• Correct Answer: False
• Explanation: Creativity is about thinking in new ways and can be used in many areas like problem-solving, storytelling, building, and more, not just art.

2. Which of these is a way to be creative?

• Correct Answer: Thinking of new ideas
• Explanation: Creativity involves generating original thoughts and concepts, not just imitating or following strict rules.

3. Name one way you can be creative at school or at home.

• Acceptable Answers (examples): Drawing a picture, writing a story, building with blocks, inventing a new game, solving a problem in a new way, singing a song, designing an outfit, cooking a new recipe.
• Explanation: Students should provide an example of how they can apply imaginative thinking in their daily lives.

4. Everyone has the ability to be creative.

• Correct Answer: True
• Explanation: Creativity is a skill that everyone possesses and can develop with practice and imagination.

Creative Thinking Discussion Guide

Goal: To reflect on the lesson and encourage students to see themselves as creative individuals.

Opening Questions:

1. What was your favorite activity today? Why did you enjoy it?
   
   
   
2. What does it mean to be "creative"? Did your idea of creativity change today? How?
   
   
   

Exploring Creative Moments:

3. Can you think of a time when you used your creativity to solve a problem? What happened?
   
   
   
4. Besides art, where else do you see creativity in the world around you? (Think about games, stories, inventions, nature!)
   
   
   

Being Creative Everyday:

5. How can you use your creativity in school this week? (e.g., in writing, math, science, or during playtime)
   
   
   
6. What is one new thing you want to try or create using your imagination?
   
   
   

Wrap-up Question:

7. Remember, everyone is an idea monster! What is one exciting idea you have right now?