Training of Trainers

Part 1: Introduction & Ice Breaking (7 mins)

Phase 1 – Introduction (2 minutes)
Purpose: Learn each other’s names and countries in a fun way.

Instructions for facilitator:

1. Ask students to stand in a circle. Explain we are here for an Erasmus Project.

2. Say:
   “Let’s make a circle and introduce ourselves! We will say our name, our country, and our favorite fruit — but in our own language!”

3. After each student speaks, ask:
   “Can anyone guess which language that was?”

4. Smile and encourage everyone to listen and repeat new words.

5. Celebrate differences by saying:
   “Wow, so many beautiful languages in one circle!”

Phase 2 – Icebreaking / Energizer Activity (5 minutes)
Purpose: Warm up, laugh together, and build focus and cooperation.

Step 1 – Simple version
“Now we will play a fun game! You just need to follow my instructions. They are very easy!”
“When I say WALK, you walk.”
“When I say STOP, you stop.”
“Let’s try it together!”
(Play for 30 seconds – encourage and praise them.)
“Great job! You’re very good!”

Step 2 – A little challenge
“Now let’s make it a bit more difficult!”
“When I say WALK, you will STOP.”
“When I say STOP, you will WALK.”
“Let’s try it!”

Step 3 – Add two new actions
“Ready for more? Now we add two more words!”
“When I say CLAP, you clap.”
“When I say JUMP, you jump.”
“Let’s try it!”

Step 4 – The final challenge
“Now you are amazing — let’s make it super fun!”
“When I say WALK, you STOP.”
“When I say STOP, you WALK.”
“When I say CLAP, you JUMP.”
“When I say JUMP, you CLAP.”
“Let’s try it now!”

Closing the icebreaker
After a few rounds, ask:
“Bravo! Do you feel energized?”
“You worked very well together — you are a great team!”
“Now we are ready for our next activity!”

Part 2: Main Activity

Step 1 – The Secret Mission (Round 1)

1. Give each student one task card.
   “Each of you has a secret mission. Don’t show it to anyone!”

2. Show the big paper on the floor or table and say:
   “This paper is your space. When the music starts, you begin your task. When the music stops, your time is over.”

3. Start the music. Let them draw, move, or act according to their instructions.

4. When the music stops, say:
   “Time’s up! Let’s see what we’ve created!”
   Discuss:
   “What happened? How does it look? Was it easy or difficult?”

Step 2 – Second Mission (Round 2)

1. Give everyone a new task card. Say:
   “Now, we’ll try again. You have a new mission. But listen — this time you have a clue.”

2. Clue 1: “Alone, you cannot achieve.”

3. Play the music again and let them work.

4. Ask:
   “What changed this time?”
   “Did you work differently? Did anyone start to help or wait for others?”

Step 3 – Final Mission (Round 3)

1. Tell them:
   “You have one last chance. Remember — this is your final mission.”
   “And here’s your clue: No one is wrong.”

2. Start the music again.

3. When the music stops, gather around the papers and compare all three rounds.

Reflection Questions (after all three rounds)

1. What was difficult in the first round?

2. What helped you to do better in the second or third round?

3. What did the clues “Alone, you cannot achieve” and “No one is wrong” mean to you?

4. Did you start to wait, watch, or cooperate more in the last round?

5. What can this game teach us about teamwork and inclusion?

6. How did it feel when you realized others were also part of your success?

Facilitator’s Summary
“At first, everyone focused on their own task — and it looked messy.
But once you started to notice each other and connect, something more meaningful appeared.
The clues reminded us that real teamwork happens when we listen, observe, and support each other — and that in a good team, no one is wrong.”

Part 3: Reflection and Closing Circle

Reflection Questions (after the game)
After the chair / hula-hoop game, gather the children in a circle:

1. What was difficult in the game?

2. What helped you to work together?

3. Why do you think this game is important?

Facilitator’s short reflection
“This game shows that we can understand each other even without words.
We can listen with our eyes, our hearts, and our actions.
It helps us respect others who speak different languages and reminds us that teamwork and kindness connect everyone.”

Closing Circle – One Word and Goodbye in Our Languages
“Now, let’s finish with something special.
Each of us will say goodbye in our own language.
We will listen to all the different words that mean the same thing — kindness and connection.”