A game of Jeopardy helps participants identify their strengths and those of their classmates. Players use five index cards to identify their strengths in five categories (Sports & Fitness, Arts & Music, Friends & Family, School Subjects, and Just for Fun). Two teams then compete in a Jeopardy game that asks them to identify who has a particular strength in the class. In the after-game interviews and discussions, pupils realize everyone has strengths in different areas.

Concepts

self assessment, self-awareness, social-emotional learning, personal growth, strengths

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Instructional Ideas

• Post the brainstorm list of strengths next to the Respect and Self-respect list from the previous lesson
• Provide the five volunteers with a copy of the directions for the game
• Ensure that the two clickers make different sounds to make it easier to identify which group clicked first
• Create mixed ability teams and separate friends

Classroom Considerations

• Class members should be familiar with the TV "Jeopardy" game format
• Requires copies of the "Jeopardy" activity sheet and the "Strengths Interview" activity sheet

Pros

• Includes detailed directions for the "Jeopardy" activity as well as lesson extensions
• The activity addresses multiple learning styles

Cons

• None