Fun Fact Frenzy
A quick, no-prep staff meeting icebreaker where staff write surprising facts about themselves and the group guesses whose it whose.
2 min
Common Thread
A fast, no-prep icebreaker where small groups race to find the most unique things they all have in common.
Prophet Gaspard
A fast, no-prep icebreaker where small groups race to find the most unique things they all have in common. Works as a PD opener or staff meeting warm-up.
Why try it
Common Thread gets staff talking right away and usually turns up a few surprises. New and returning staff find common ground beyond the obvious, which makes it a natural way to start building connections at the beginning of the year or any time the team needs a reset.
What's included
Browse the printables included with this resource.
Instructions
1
Form groups and explain the challenge
Divide staff into small groups of 4-5 and hand each group a tracking sheet. Each group has 5 minutes to list as many things they all have in common as possible.
2
Share out and crown a winner
Groups take turns sharing their lists with the full staff. The group with the most unexpected commonalities wins.
Go deeper
Additional tips for running this resource.
Leader Tip #1
Set the bar early
Give an example of what "obvious" means before groups start so everyone is working with the same standard.
Leader Tip #2
Use it as a mixer
Shake up the groups intentionally so staff who don't usually work together end up at the same table.
Built by Educators, for School Leaders
This resource was created in collaboration with passionate educators and school leaders who believe in the power of intentional connection.
Prophet Gaspard
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