In this activity, kids will learn to use their descriptive skills to help others build a structure. This activity is great for developing social skills and learning to work collaboratively!
Top tip!
Make this activity more challenging by getting kids to build in groups. But there's a catch –– once building begins, kids aren't allowed to speak to each other or check the original model!Equipment needed
- LEGO
About the activity
Step 1:
A grown up builds a simple model and hides it from view somewhere in the room.
Step 2:
One child from each pair goes to see how the model is built and returns to explain it to their partner.
Step 3:
The partner builds the model. The first player may not build but can go back and forth several times to check and remember details.
Step 4:
After five minutes, kids can compare their model to the original.
Step 5:
The grown up changes the model and the kids swap roles!
