Blueprint
Materials Required:
- Obstacle course setup (e.g., physical challenges, mental puzzles, tasks)
- Picture puzzle pieces (earned through obstacle course challenges)
- Large boards or surfaces for assembling the picture puzzle
- Scoring system or criteria for evaluating team performance
- Safety equipment (e.g., mats, helmets, if applicable)
Pre-Activity Briefing:
- Explain the objectives and rules of the "Race the Picture" activity
- Demonstrate examples of obstacle course challenges and puzzle assembly techniques
- Emphasize the importance of teamwork, communication, and strategic planning
Team Formation and Planning Phase:
- Divide participants into diverse teams (if not pre-assigned)
- Allow teams time to develop strategies and assign roles (e.g., physical challenges, mental puzzles, puzzle assembly)
- Encourage teams to leverage each member's strengths and abilities
Obstacle Course and Picture Puzzle Challenges:
- Teams navigate through the obstacle course, facing physical and mental challenges
- Successful completion of challenges earns picture puzzle pieces for the team
- Encourage teams to strategize and plan their approach to the challenges
- Facilitate collaboration and communication within teams
Picture Puzzle Assembly:
- Provide teams with the designated workspace or surfaces
- Teams work together to assemble the picture puzzle using the earned pieces
- Encourage strategic planning, attention to detail, and effective communication
- Facilitate collaboration and alignment within teams for cohesive puzzle assembly
Evaluation and Reflection:
- Evaluate team performance based on predetermined criteria (e.g., obstacle completion, puzzle accuracy, teamwork)
- Facilitate a group discussion and reflection session
- Encourage participants to share their experiences, challenges, and lessons learned
- Highlight the importance of teamwork, communication, strategic planning, and collective effort