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Friendship Day / Silent Friendship Tower

Silent Friendship Tower

Teams work together to build the tallest tower they can without talking, using only gestures.

How to run it

  1. Give each team the same set of blocks.
  2. Explain that no talking is allowed.
  3. Set a timer and let teams build.
  4. Measure towers and discuss how they communicated.

You will need

  • building blocks
  • timer
  • measuring tape
Make it easier or harderAllow one word for younger groups; older children can have a single designated speaker.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5Children practise non-verbal communication and cooperation.

Fits these theme days

Friendship DayTeamwork DayBlock World DayChallenge Day

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