What a Fascinating Bunch of People

Here is a simple icebreaker that gets things rolling and allows the group to learn a little about each other. You will need a few details about some of the participants in advance to create your list.

Read the list aloud, one item at a time. When someone in the group hears something that applies to them they come up to you and get a small miniature candy bar for a prize. Often more than one person will come up for the same category. Adjust the ideas to suit each group.

1. Was born in Moose Jaw.

2. Has a cat that was adopted.

3. Has worn a bow tie.

4. Is wearing an watch that they were given by their dad.

5. Has six or more siblings.

6. Has lost their luggage while travelling.

7. Likes sardines.

8. Was born on May 11.

9. Has run out of gas on a highway.

10. Has put dishwashing liquid accidentally into the dishwasher.

11. Has been a witness at a marriage.

12. Has visited Newfoundland.

13. Sews their own clothing.

14. Has sung a solo in front of more than 20 people.

15. Is the eldest in their family.

17. Has ridden in a helicopter.

18. Has gone over Niagara Falls in a barrel. *(just for laughs)

19. Has something in their freezer that is over 2 years old.

20. Has children that are twins.

21. Has seen the Rolling Stones in concert.

22. Drives a car with a standard shift.

23. Has had something they have written read on the CBC radio.

26. Has won a prize worth over $1000.