One ice breaker activity for high school students is “Two Truths and a Lie.” In this activity, each student takes turns sharing three statements about themselves, two of which are true and one that is a lie. The rest of the group then tries to guess which statement is the lie. This activity not only helps students get to know each other better but also encourages critical thinking and active listening skills.
Make this more complex
Sure! Here's a more complex version of the "Two Truths and a Lie" ice breaker activity for high school students:
1. Divide the students into small groups of 4-6 people.
2. Each student will write down three statements about themselves, two of which are true and one that is a lie, on a piece of paper.
3. Once everyone has written their statements, each student will take turns sharing their statements with their group.
4. The rest of the group will then discuss and try to guess which statement is the lie. Encourage them to ask follow-up questions to gather more information and make an informed guess.
5. After each student has shared and the group has made their guesses, the student will reveal which statement was the lie.
6. Rotate to the next student in the group and repeat the process until everyone has had a chance to share.
7. After all the groups have finished, bring the whole class together and have each group share one interesting fact they learned about one of their group members.
This more complex version adds an extra layer of engagement and critical thinking as students work together in small groups to analyze and discuss the statements. It also provides an opportunity for the whole class to come together and share interesting facts, fostering a sense of community and connection among the students.