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UNZIP-it! with Getting To Know You Conversation Card Deck

Getting to Know You UNZiP-it!, back with poem

UNZIP-it! with Getting To Know You Card Deck

UNZIP-it! and start talking about topics that matter!

$29.95

UNZIP-it!™ AND START TALKING ABOUT TOPIC THAT MATTERS!

It's time to open up the conversation and talk about the unspeakable! Pop a bunch of pertinent questions into the UNZIP-it!™ zipper mouth and pass the pouch from player to player. Unzip the playful pocket and pull out a discussion topic to spark conversation and build relationships. Invite recipients to pull out a topic, read it to the group and respond.

Stuff the pocket with the deck of 30 cards. Each deck contains the same prompts as its namesake Thumball (you can customize any blank cards with your own discussion prompts)

UNZIP-it!™ WITH GETTING TO YOU KNOW PROMPTS

Learn more about yourself and others with the Getting to Know You deck open-ended team building activity. It's the perfect conversation starter for icebreakers, energizers, team building, and more. (Click on the pink card images above to see the prompts)

GETTING TO KNOW YOU DISCUSSION PROMPTS

The prompts on the Getting to Know You Deck are intended to be thoughtful, yet easy-to-answer. They'll help spark conversation and allow players to learn more about one another. Prompts focus around topics such as:

Experiences: memorable moments in your life
People: Family and friends who have impact your life
Most favorite and least favorite: Gifts, ages, sounds, chores
Activities: pastimes, hobbies, bucket list items, travel
Hopes, Fears and Wishes: the details that make you unique

The inscription on the back says it all:

Feeling shy about speaking out?

Or, not sure what to talk about?

It's easy now to start the flow,

And have discussions bloom and grow.

Unzip the pouch and pick a topic,

Big and broad, or microscopic,

A prompt that doesn't dig too deep,

Or one that makes you take a leap.

Go ahead, reach in and pick it,

Read the prompt and then UNZIP-it!

Pocket: 8” x 6”
Cards: 3.5” x 2.5”

[NOTE: Silver Series Conversation Prompts are available as Thumballs, UNZiP-IT! Pocket & Deck, and Virtual/Remote PPT.]

** TIPS & FACILITATION SUGGESTIONS **

Take turns circulating the UNZIP-it!™ Ask players to answer the prompt they've pulled out of the pouch

If you want to kick it up a notch, try these creative twists:

Ask players to anticipate what answer will be given by another player.
Have players recall answers given by previous responders, before adding their own answer.
Ask first recipient to select a question panel to which all players must respond or contribute.
Ask listeners what they think the prompt was.

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UNZIP-it! with Common Ground Conversation Card Deck

UNZIP-it! with Common Ground Conversation Deck

UNZIP-it! and start talking about topics that matter!

$29.95

UNZIP-it!™ AND START TALKING ABOUT TOPICS THAT MATTER!

It's time to open up the conversation and talk about the unspeakable! Pop a bunch of pertinent questions into the UNZIP-it!™ zipper mouth and pass the pouch from player to player. Unzip the playful pocket and pull out a discussion topic to spark conversation and build relationships. Invite recipients to pull out a topic, read it to the group and respond.

Stuff the pocket with the deck of 30 cards. Each deck contains the same prompts as its namesake Thumball (you can customize any blank cards with your own discussion prompts)

UNZIP-it!™ WITH THE COMMON GROUND DECK

As you try to generate conversation and build new friendships and relationships, a key challenge is finding “common ground” experiences and interests that you share with others. This deck helps to uncover these commonalities. (Click on the card images above to see the prompts)

COMMON GROUND PROMPTS

The Common Ground discussion prompts help build new friendships and relationships, by helping you explore experiences and interests that you share with others.

Prompts will help players to delve into new topics that draw out commonalities and shared experiences, for instance:

Time: Ways to spend free time, weekends, vacations, etc.
Favorites: Favorite foods, activities, apps, show, books
People: Family and friends who impact your life
Growth: Goals, talents, or skills you'd like to develop
Moolah: What you'd spend money on
You: claims to fame and more...

The inscription on the back says it all:

Feeling shy about speaking out?

Or, not sure what to talk about?

It's easy now to start the flow,

And have discussions bloom and grow.

Unzip the pouch and pick a topic,

Big and broad, or microscopic,

A prompt that doesn't dig too deep,

Or one that makes you take a leap.

Go ahead, reach in and pick it,

Read the prompt and then UNZIP-it!

Pocket: 8” x 6”
Cards: 3.5” x 2.5”

[NOTE: Silver Series Conversation Prompts are available as Thumballs, UNZiP-IT! Pocket & Deck, and Virtual/Remote PPT.]

** TIPS **

Facilitation Suggestions:

Take turns circulating the UNZIP-it!™ Ask players to answer the prompt they've pulled out of the pouch

If you want to kick it up a notch, try these creative twists:

Ask players to anticipate what answer will be given by another player.
Have players recall answers given by previous responders, before adding their own answer.
Ask first recipient to select a question panel to which all players must respond or contribute.
Ask listeners what they think the prompt was.

©Trainers Warehouse – Trainers Warehouse holds the copyright for this set of questions. Reproductions cannot be made without express approval.

ULEAD Cards

Build Connections and Conversation!

$23.95

Getting Acquainted Thumball Set with bag

Build relationships, friendships, and mutual respect!

$197.40

Getting Acquainted Thumball® Set (with free mesh bag) is perfect for icebreakers, new employee introductions, team onboarding, or building company culture. For many trainers, it's their go-to icebreaker for building relationships and sparking authentic conversation. Each set includes 6 Silver Series Thumballs (6″ stuffed vinyl balls), each pre-printed with 32 unique prompts—for a grand total of nearly 200 engaging questions. Whether your group is meeting for the first time or already knows each other, these soft, tossable conversation balls with prompts to share identity, values, and first connections.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

6 Thumballs: What Makes You YOU, Common Ground, Session Openers, Which Are You & Why?, Shaped by Our Past, Getting to Know You - see below for more information about each of the balls included in the set.
32 prompts each = almost 200 conversation starters
Free large mesh bag for easy transport and visibility

KEY BENEFITS

Fast connections: Toss it around and watch dialogue unfold—no prep needed. Strengthens trust and common ground in new or cross-department teams.
Built for meaningful sharing: Suitable for both light-hearted and deeper conversations.
Portable & organized: Mesh bag keeps everything together and ready for action.
Trainer-endorsed: All prompts crafted by Trainers Warehouse experts for engaging conversations.

HOW TO FACILITATE

Start with one Thumball—toss it to a participant.
They read the prompt under their thumb and share their response.
Pass or toss to someone else.
Option to debrief by asking “What surprised you?” or “What resonated most?”

FAQS

Q: Is this set good for me if my group wants to have deeper conversations?
A: If you want to go deeper into different topics, we might suggest the Team Dynamics Thumball Set or the Emotional Intelligence Thumball Set.

Q: Who benefits most from this set?
A: While the set is ideal for facilitators, trainers, instructors, or event hosts who want to deepen connections between participants and make conversation easier, the real beneficiaries are the participants who are able to learn more about each other (and maybe even themselves).

Q: When would I use these?
A: They're perfect for employee orientation programs, team lunches, first week introductions, and more!

Q: How do I care for the Thumballs and bag?
A: Wipe the Thumballs clean with a damp cloth. Let them dry before storing. The mesh bag is lightweight and washable if needed.

180 CONVERSATION PROMPTS TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS, FRIENDSHIPS, AND MUTUAL RESPECT!

Whether your group already knows each other well or is just meeting for the first time, the Getting Acquainted Thumball Set will have a perfect set of discussion prompts. The set of 6 Silver Series Thumballs offers almost 200 discussion topics to stimulate conversation. Choose a ball that will help stir up simple conversation or develop deeper, more meaningful relationships. The balls are super easy to use! Just toss it to another player and ask the recipient to look under their thumb and respond to the prompt. With this playful tool, you'll:

Learn what makes your teammates unique with WHAT MAKES YOU YOU
Find COMMON GROUND with others in your group
Open your group up to more meaningful sharing with SESSION OPENERS?
Learn where folks fall on a variety of continuums with WHICH ARE YOU AND WHY?
Understand how others were SHAPED BY THEIR PAST
GET TO KNOW friend, family or colleagues a little better

The Getting Acquainted Thumball Set is conveniently packaged in a large mesh bag, which allows you to carry them around comfortably and stay organized.

Each Silver Series Thumball™ (6" stuffed vinyl ball) looks like a cool soccer ball but is pre-printed with 32 questions/discussion prompts. They are suited for adults and teens alike! Following are more details about each of the popular Silver Series Thumballs in the Getting Acquainted set:

Use the What Makes You YOU Thumballto help your team learn more about the people around them and dig a little deeper than typical, superficial icebreakers questions.
The Common Ground Thumball prompts help players discover shared experiences and interests. As you try to generate conversation to build new friendships and relationships, a key challenge is finding “common ground.” This ball offers a fun way to uncover these commonalities.
The Session Openers Thumball is a great way to set the groundwork for deeper conversations. It was developed to help groups scratch below the surface and explore motivations, goals, and what makes you tick.
On the Which are You and Why? Thumball each prompt offers an “either/or” choice so that players can share where they'd put themselves on the spectrum –Lake or Ocean; Whisper or Yell; Words or Pictures; Lead or Follow; etc.—making this a fun and unusual icebreaker.
The Shaped by Our Past Thumball brings to light each person's personal history. After all, we are who we are today because of our lifetime of experiences. Encourage your group to share details of their past -- school, friends, family, hobbies, challenges, and more!
The Getting to Know You Thumball asks probing questions that get to your phobias, wishes, and favorite moments. For individuals who know each other pretty well already, it's an excellent way to dig a little deeper and learn something more!

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COMPARE THUMBALL® SETS

Set	# of Balls	Included Thumballs	Focus / Themes	Best For
Team Development Set	6	Get Happy at Work, Team Dynamics, Diversity, Workplace Ethics, Stress Management, Be a Leader	Collaboration, leadership, workplace culture, resilience	Corporate training, retreats, leadership workshops
Getting Acquainted Set	6	What Makes You YOU?, Common Ground, Session Openers, Shaped by Our Past, Getting to Know You, Which Are You & Why?	Introductions, rapport-building, personal storytelling	Kickoffs, onboarding, classrooms, networking events
EQ (Emotional Intelligence) Set	6	Emotional Intelligence, Building Trust, What Makes You YOU?, Common Ground, Developing Resilience, Getting to Know You	Self-awareness, empathy, resilience, trust-building	Leadership development, coaching, EQ workshops
Sessions Set	3	Session Openers, Session Review, Session Closers	Icebreakers, reflection, session wrap-ups	Trainers, facilitators, classroom instructors
Diversity & DEI Set	2	Diversity, DEI	Diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging	DEI workshops, community conversations, team development
Just for Fun Set	6	Favorites, Would You Rather, Which Are You & Why?, What Makes You YOU?, Shaped by Our Past, Energy Break	Fun icebreakers, energizers, and lighthearted sharing	Breaks, youth programs, student groups, casual team events
Wellness Set	6	Stress Management, Get Happy at Work, Developing Resilience, Change Management, Emotional Intelligence, Energy Break	Wellness, resilience, change, stress management	HR wellness programs, health initiatives, mindfulness workshops

Note: Each Thumball® is a soft 6-inch stuffed ball with 32 conversation prompts. Every set comes with a free mesh bag for storage and portability.

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We Connect Cards

Create Conversations that Matter

$29.95

We Connect Cards are good For: Meetings, Trainings, Getting out of your seat, Icebreakers, Organizations with hierarchies, Fighting turnover, Conferences and events.

3 COLOR-CODED QUESTION CARDS:

A deck of 60 cards that spark conversation, and build trust and connection.
20 green cards ask questions that are fun and light
20 blue cards ask questions that are a bit deeper
20 purple cards ask questions that encourage self-reflection

Talk & Move

On the back of each question card, you'll find a graphic showing a movement. If your participants aren't quite sure what to do with their arms or their bodies while they're standing talking, invite them to do the stretch or movement shown on the card.

WHY We Connect Cards?

Provide a fast-paced, fun way to move beyond ice breaking to real connections:

Offer a suite of activities to cross-pollinate different departments across your company
Arm employees and management with a set of questions to break down communication barriers and management hierarchies
Give employees permission to have fun and be excited about work

AUDIENCE

Use the We Connect Deck for leaders, facilitators, teachers, project directors, program directors, and anyone who wants to increase connections within their community.

FEATURES

1 deck of 60 durable cards
10+ activity descriptions anyone can setup and run
Box is 3"x3"

How to use We Connect Cards as an Icebreaker

Watch the video below to see how you can use the cards to break the ice and promote conversation and sharing. For more tips, try the Connections Toolkit.

TALK-ABOUT ACTIVITY

Among the loads of activities and uses for these cards, try the Talk-About Activity. Here's how this question swap activity works.

Have each participant choose a card when they come in.
When it's time to get talking, have them find a partner to chat with (the partner's card can be same colored or different)
Let the team know that when their conversation is over, they should swap cards, then raise the card over their head.
Players with their arms raised can look for another person with a raised arm, and repeat the activity.
REMINDERS TO SHARE WITH THE PLAYERS:
- "Green questions" are fun and light; "blue questions" are a bit deeper; and "purple questions" require more self-relfection.
- They always have 100% agency and can always able to share as much as little as they like.

CHAD LITTLEFIELD TALKS ABOUT CONNECTIONS BEFORE CONTENT

Teamwork and Teamplay Cards

Facilitate over a dozen powerful team and community building activities!

$30.00

The Teamwork and Teamplay Cards by team-building expert Jim Cain, let you facilitate 17 powerful team and community-building activities.

Each oversized card contains six elements, making them incredibly versatile:

Traditional number and card suit
Personality characteristics
Thought for the Day
Clue for team matrix puzzle
"Are you More like…" icebreaker question
3 "Big Questions" which are great for getting-to-know-you exercises.

Plus, use the 11 "Thumbprint" cards for debriefing a team activity -- the front sides contain illustrations of a variety of team dynamics; on the reverse sides, you'll find a smorgasbord of puzzles, games, and activities to energize your group.

17 ACTIVITIES FROM ONE DECK: Below is a listing of everything you can do with this single card deck:

Thirteen Clues - Four different mysteries to be solved.
Thought For the Day - Inspirational quotes and messages.
The Big Question - Three levels of icebreaking questions.
Character Match Game - Exploring character actively.
Thumbprints - A visual debriefing activity.
I Doubt It - A simple card game that explores trust.
Personal Pyramid - A presentation of personal values.
Hieroglyphics - A linguistic challenge for groups.
Acronyms - A second linguistic challenge for groups.
Treasure Hunt - A mathematical group discovery activity.
Card Tricks - Jim's three favorite card challenges.
Tongue Twisters - A third linguistic challenge for groups.
The 15th Object - A game with a teachable moment.
Are You More Like? - Conversation and choices.
Pass the Deck - A fast-paced problem solving activity.
Stack the Deck - A fast-paced sorting activity for groups.
Watch 4 It - Real life examples of character words.

AUDIENCES: Use with team members in new or developing teams, with first level supervisors and managers to build strong, high-performing teams. or with young people in education.

The cards also contain some useful and inspirational quotes, personal values and character descriptions that could be used in a variety of coaching and team development contexts.

Deck of 52 cards, 5" x 8".

Visual Explorer Kit

Use powerful images to stimulate discussion about difficult topics

$350.00

Leadership Metaphor Explorer Kit

Explore how leadership plays out in different organizations

$175.00

ExpressPack

Help groups express themselves through metaphors

$48.00

Help speed up interactions and conversation in groups that need a spark to ignite them!

ExpressPack is an image/metaphor-based tool in the form of a pack of 53 playing cards. The wide range of photo images included provides an excellent resource to help trainers and coaches help individuals and groups to truly "Express" themselves and engage in stimulating conversations. Pictures allow individuals to express their needs and viewpoints more openly and quickly.

USES for this versatile pack are limited only by your imagination, but here are some suggestions:

Personal Development / Coaching
Cards can be used to assist individuals in their personal development. This may be in a coaching scenario, in a mentoring role, as a Manager in business, as a Youth or Community Worker or simply with someone you would like to help. A sample question might be: "Identify one card which represents where you are now, and one where you would like to be in the future." Once they have chosen their cards, ask them to express their thoughts and feelings about the cards. Once this has been done, you could ask the individual to identify a card which represents the first step on this journey.

Introductions/Getting groups started
Facilitators and trainers know what it's like to be in a room with a group where the conversations are not flowing! Often this happens at the start of a day, when the individuals are just scoping out the group and how they will contribute. ExpressPack is a great way of starting the day and helping a natural flow into other ideas you may want to introduce. For example, lay out a pack of cards and get individuals to pick a card which they think relates to them in some way and use it to introduce themselves.

Change
Change is happening all the time, individuals are developing, organizations are changing, global issues are affecting us all. Change, therefore, is part of life and a subject which can be explored using ExpressPack. Ask an individual or team, prior to a change initiative, to identify a card which represents the state of the organization now and another to show how they would like it to be in the future.

Leadership and Management Development
Leaders and Managers need to help bring clarity to situations. Some useful starting questions might include: "Pick 5 cards which represent your vision of what is important to you in your role?"

Teams
Any work with teams usually needs to focus initially on a clarity of joint understanding. A useful question dependent upon the stage of team development might be: "Pick a number of cards which illustrate your expectations of this team."

View Video Demo!

Ideal group size: 2-8

Boxed set of 53 playing cards 2 inches x 3.5 inches. A carefully researched and designed group learning activity from RSVP Design. The images were created by talented photographers and trainers Simon Whalley and Tony Wright.

Team Development Thumball Set with 6 different Thumballs

Team Development Thumball Set in mesh bag

Team Development Thumball Set with bag

Inspire teamwork and facilitate amazing team-development events

$197.40

Team Development Thumball® Set (with Free Mesh Bag) is a ready-to-run bundle of soft, tossable conversation balls loaded with prompts that build trust, communication, and collaboration in corporate retreats, business workshops, or workplace training. Facilitate icebreakers, coaching conversations, and debriefs by simply tossing, catching, and answering the prompt under your thumb—no prep, no slides, just real dialogue that strengthens teams. The stitched panels and durable stuffed vinyl are designed for heavy use.

HOW IT HELPS TEAMS

Fast engagement: the toss-catch mechanic reduces anxiety and gets everyone talking
Better communication: printed prompts spark stories, perspectives, and active listening
Psychological safety: low-risk questions build comfort before tackling tougher topics
Scalable & flexible: works for stand-ups, workshops, off-sites, classrooms, and retreats
Zero tech, high impact: portable tools that facilitate face-to-face conversation
Enhances emotional intelligence, listening, and conflict resolution.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Curated Team Development Thumball® set (multiple conversation balls with printed prompts)
Free mesh carry bag for storage and quick transport
Quick-start facilitation tips (toss–catch–answer, pass option, timeboxing, debrief ideas)

The Team Development Thumball Set puts almost 200 content-rich discussion prompts at your fingertips. Whether your team knows each other well, or are just forming new bonds, you're sure to find topics that will build appreciation and understanding. Each ball is easy to use! Just toss one of the 6 balls, then ask the recipient to look under their thumb and respond to the prompt. With this playful tool, your group will be able to explore:

What makes your colleagues feel HAPPY?
How do your TEAM DYNAMICS enable or inhibit success?
Are you sensitive to Issues of DIVERSITY and INCLUSION?
Is your team in sync when it comes to values and ETHICS?
What's causing STRESS and how can it be managed?
How you can promote positive LEADERSHIP?

The Team Development Thumball Set is conveniently packaged in a large mesh bag, which allows you to carry them around comfortably and stay organized.

Each Silver Series Thumball™ (6" stuffed vinyl ball) looks like a cool soccer ball but is pre-printed with 32 questions/discussion prompts that have been vetted by subject matter experts. They are suited for adults and teens alike! Following are more details about each of the popular Silver Series Thumballs in the Team Development set:

The Get Happy at Work Thumball prompts help create a more positive workplace by allowing colleagues to share goals, discuss challenges, and build relationships. Focusing on Positive Emotion, Engagement, Meaning, Accomplishments, and Relationships, the prompts help surface sources of happiness as they draw out individuals' personal qualities, work challenges, professional goals, and organizational dynamics. By putting a positive spin on important discussion topics, the Get Happy at Work Thumball helps promote optimism, identify areas for organizational improvement and build a happier workplace.
The Team Dynamics Thumball enables conversations that promote team spirit and boost flagging energy. Teams are everywhere – at work, at home, at school, on and off playing fields. From board rooms to church basements, we're thrown together with people we may or may not know well, and are challenged to achieve great results. Is your team performing to the max? How do you support each other? How do you develop consensus and manage disagreements? Team Dynamics Thumball is a playful way to raise these critical questions so that your teams can reach their full potential.
The Be a Leader Thumball gets the conversation going about what skills great leaders possess, and guides players through a bit of introspection as they consider their own leadership strengths or opportunities for improvement.
The Diversity Thumball is a fun training tool that tackles a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. We live in a diverse world. Some differences are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges and age. Others may not be visually apparent, but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, use or non-use of alcohol, allergies, intellect, depression and other emotional diseases.
The Workplace Ethics Thumball raises questions and fosters discussion about individual and organizational norms and ideals, regarding making and breaking rules, fostering ethical leadership, whistle blowing, bending the truth, and more. It helps in having rich conversations about the types of people you look to as a moral compass; how you'd handle different situations; what integrity, rules, ethics, and fairness mean to you; and how your organization or team handles ethical issues. How do you distinguish right from wrong? Is your idea of ethical obligations and responsibilities the same as your colleagues, friends and family?
The Stress Management Thumball helps you explore the causes of stress and the various ways you might manage its impact. Teams can discuss what affects their stress level, how they can help each other out, how they can better manage their own approach to stress, and more.

Note: Specific Thumball® titles in the set may vary; each ball is focused on teamwork, leadership, and communication themes.

WHEN TO USE

Kickoffs & new team formation
Manager training & leadership development
Retrospectives & after-action reviews
Onboarding, cross-functional meetups, and offsites
Icebreakers, energizers, and closing reflections

HOW TO FACILITATE

Invite a volunteer to start; toss the Thumball® across the room.
When caught, the player reads the panel under their thumb and shares a brief response.
Toss to another person and repeat. Offer a “pass” option to keep psychological safety high.
Debrief: capture patterns, insights, and next steps for the team.

FAQS

Q: What makes Thumball® different from typical icebreakers?
A: Prompts are printed on the ball, so no prep is needed. The playful toss reduces pressure, encourages participation, and keeps energy high.

Q: How many people can play?
A: Ideal for groups of 6–25. For larger groups, use multiple balls or run parallel circles.

Q: How long does a round take?
A: 5–15 minutes for a quick opener; 20–40 minutes for deeper discussion and debrief. It's good to model what sort of answers you're looking for. If an answer isn't thorough, feel free to say, "tell me more..."

Q: Who is this for?
A: Team leaders, facilitators, trainers, educators, and coaches who want a quick, effective way to strengthen team dynamics.

Q: How do I care for the balls and bag?
A: Wipe clean with a soft cloth. Store dry in the mesh bag to keep everything together between sessions.

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Brick Masters Story Game (54 card deck)

Build a team through story-telling

$34.95

Get players working together effectively as a team. Build trust, alignment, and better understanding of one another. In the Brick Masters Story Game, players choose cards containing types of people, places, props, perspective, and perils. The group's challenge is to develop a story around these cards, and build a LEGO® model to illustrate a scene in the story. After a period of wild creation and development, teams will share their stories with one another. At the end, the debrief/review will give teams an opportunity to refect on their process, their success, leadership, communication styles, etc.

WHY LEGO®?

LEGO® building bricks create ‘lean in’ environments where everyone is involved - not just the loud ones!

WHAT'S IN THE DECK? ENOUGH CARDS FOR UP TO 3 TEAMS!

Introduction cards explain game set-up, faciltiation tips, and review and reflection questions.You'll have enough content cards for up to three teams, including:

9 x People
9 x Place
6 x Props
6 x Perspective
6 x Peril
6 x Plot Twist
6 x Wild Cards
Facilitation Cards - the cards containing facilitation notes are very easy to follow. Anything intended to be read out loud is written in italics.

LEGO® bricks ARE NOT INCLUDED!

MATERIALS NEEDED FOR BRICK MASTERS STORY GAME

To accompany this deck, you'll want lots of varied LEGO® bricks, including ample base-plates and Minifigures®. LEGO ‘Classic’ sets will get you started. The building bricks are not included with the set but are readily available new (at toy stores) and used (Ebay, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist). You'll also want paper and pens on hand.

HOW THE GAME IS PLAYED

The facilitation notes, explain each step in the activity.

PART 1: The Basics

Each team draws cards the following cards from the top of each pile:

3 x PEOPLE cards
1 x PLACE card
2 x PROP cards

Teams then discuss their cards, build a representation of each of these using the LEGO® bricks. Involve every member of your team.

PART 2: Story Development

With the people, place, and props now in place, teams will draw these additional cards and begin developing their story, adding interest and intrigue.

1 x PERSPECTIVE card
1 x PERIL card

PART 3: Plot Twists and Wild Cards

After another 5-10 inutes, the faciltator will announce that every good story needs a plot twist. Players will draw one card from the PLOT TWIST PILE and weave that into their story.

OPTIONAL WILD CARDS

WILD CARDS can add an extra dynamic to the game. The might limit players use of all their hands, require silence, etc.

WATCH A DEMO!

Emotions Card Deck

A Path to Emotional Intelligence and Personal Growth

$49.95

The Emotions Card Deck provides a path to emotional intelligence and personal growth.

Emotions are a fundamental part of our human experience, yet understanding and navigating them can sometimes be a challenge and this card deck for educators and facilitators is designed to enhance emotional literacy, develop essential skills for managing emotions, and facilitate meaningful discussions. Each card features a unique emotion or feeling ranging from joy to sadness, excitement to fear. The cards cover a wide range of emotions, empowering individuals to identify and understand their feelings and those of others which promotes self-awareness, effective communication skills, and empathy.

Each of the 57 double-sided cards also features a thought-provoking question related to the emotion depicted. These questions inspire group discussions and encourage sharing of experiences, perspectives, and strategies. Through sharing their emotional experiences, individuals realize that their feelings are not unique and have been experienced by others, fostering a sense of connection and support. The reverse side of each card adds an exciting twist to the learning experience and provides endless opportunities for play-based learning and interactive fun.

CARD DECK INCLUDES

57 double-sided emotion flashcards
4 single-sided color-coded Mood Meter cards
1 double-sided product description card that includes a QR code to Activity Guide with step-by-step instructions for 13 activities
1 single-sided card with list of emotions presented on flashcards

FEATURES

The color of each card's outline corresponds to the 4-quadrant Mood Meter matrix, which sorts feeling based on intensity (one one axis) and pleasantness (on the other axis).
Printed on premium quality card stock with a matt finish
Flashcard size: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
Durable and easy-to-store box 9" x 6"
Cards are suitable for all ages from youth to adult

ONE DECK - OODLES OF ACTIVITIES

This deck is incredibly versatile and can be use for by a number of professionals developing EQ skills:

Educators looking for activities to foster emotional literacy and a stronger classroom culture
Guidance counselors seeking group or one-on-one activities
Out-of-school professionals exploring ways to support social and emotional learning
Facilitators & Adventure Practitioners seeking a tool for team development work with diverse groups across all ages

We Connect Sticker Nametags

Connect through more than a name

$29.95

WeConnect™ Creative Nametags (pack of 150) are peel-and-stick, color-coded conversation starters that help participants skip the small talk and jump straight into fun, engaging, and meaningful connections. Each nametag has two blanks to fill in: your name plus a conversation prompt — making them the perfect networking tool, icebreaker, or event energizer.

BEYOND “HELLO, MY NAME IS…”

GREEN: Fun & light conversations
BLUE: A little deeper — thoughtful prompts
PURPLE: All-in sharing & reflection

The color-coding makes it easy to spot who’s ready for a light chat, deeper insights, or reflective conversations — helping participants connect at the level they’re most comfortable. There are two different prompts for each color.

WHY THESE NAME TAGS ARE AWESOME

The two hardest things about walking into a crowded room where you don't know anybody are: 1) which cluster of people should I "glom" onto?; and 2) if I connect with one person, what should I talk about or ask? We Connect nametags make meet & greet activities so much easier and more fun. Beyond sharing your name, they let you share a hint about a topic of interest that you'd like to explore with others.

Break the ice: Move beyond standard introductions at conferences, meetups, and networking events.
Ditch the small talk: Spark thoughtful, meaningful discussions right away.
Find common ground: Quickly connect with people who share your interests or energy level.
Make it easy: Reduce the stress of entering a crowded room; make networking fun and comfortable.
Deepen relationships: Create “aha!” moments, laughter, and insights that strengthen bonds.

WHEN TO USE THEM

Networking Events: Foster real connections in minutes.
Employee Gatherings: Give teams permission to play and bond in new ways.
Training & Learning Sessions: Build trust, engagement, and stronger teams.

FAQs

Q: How are these nametags different from regular “Hello My Name Is” tags?
A: Instead of just showing your name, WeConnect™ Nametags include color-coded prompts that spark real conversations — fun, thoughtful, or reflective.

Q: How many nametags are in a pack?
A: Each pack includes 150 peel-and-stick nametags with a mix of 6 conversation-starting prompts.

Q: What kinds of events are they best for?
A: Perfect for networking events, conferences, meetups, employee gatherings, and training sessions where you want to build connection and skip the small talk.

Q: Are the prompts appropriate for all audiences?
A: Yes. The prompts are universally applicable, suitable for professional, academic, and social settings.

Q: Who uses them most often?
A: Event organizers, facilitators, HR teams, program directors, and teachers who want participants to engage quickly and meaningfully.

WeConnect Nametags turn small talk into meaningful talk — making every event more memorable.

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Unzip It Remote - Getting Acquainted Set

Access over 180 get-to-know-you conversation prompts

$49.95

Energize a Webinar, Remote Learning Session, or Online Meeting with UNZiP-it! Remote. Even if you aren't face to face, make it fun to pick a question and get conversations rolling. Read the poem and pick a question:

Feeling shy about speaking out?
Or, not sure what to talk about?
It's easy now to start the flow,
And have discussions bloom and grow.

Click the button below to pick a topic,
Big and broad, or microscopic,
A prompt that doesn't dig too deep,
Or one that makes you take a leap.

Go ahead, just press to pick it,
Read the prompt and then UNZiP-it!

PROMPTS: The Getting Acquainted Set contains the following UnZip-it! Remote files

The Common Ground prompts help players discover shared experiences and interests. As you try to generate conversation to build new friendships and relationships, a key challenge is finding “common ground.” This ball offers a fun way to uncover these commonalities.
The Session Openers prompts are a great way to set the groundwork for deeper conversations. It was developed to help groups scratch below the surface and explore motivations, goals, and what makes you tick.
The What Makes You YOU prompts help build rapport, camaraderie, and understanding. Sharing information builds relationships and fosters trust.
The Shaped by Our Past prompts bring to light each person's personal history. After all, we are who we are today because of our lifetime of experiences. Encourage your group to share details of their past -- school, friends, family, hobbies, challenges, and more!
The Getting to Know You prompts asks probing questions that get to your phobias, wishes, and favorite moments. For individuals who know each other pretty well already, it's an excellent way to dig a little deeper and learn something more!
The Favorites prompts are specially selected to help your groups explore one another`s favorite people, places, things, experiences, preferences, and more. Talking about favorites is a delightful way to get conversations going and build relationships. What we like says a lot about us.

PRESENTATION FORMAT: The PowerPoint file is saved as a “pptm” file, containing a Macro. Once you enable the content, the UNZiP-it! Button will select a random discussion prompt.

This is a downloadable product. After you've placed your order, you will be given a link where you can download the file or you can log into your account and download the file.

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UNZiP-it!™ and start talking online about topics that matter!

$49.95

Energize a Webinar, Remote Learning Session, or Online Meeting with UNZiP-it! Remote. Even if you aren't face to face, make it fun to pick a question and get conversations rolling. Read the poem and pick a question:

Feeling shy about speaking out?
Or, not sure what to talk about?
It's easy now to start the flow,
And have discussions bloom and grow.

Click the button below to pick a topic,
Big and broad, or microscopic,
A prompt that doesn't dig too deep,
Or one that makes you take a leap.

Go ahead, just press to pick it,
Read the prompt and then UNZiP-it!

PROMPTS: The Team Development Set puts almost 200 content-rich discussion prompts at your fingertips. Whether your team knows each other well, or are just forming new bonds, you're sure to find topics that will build appreciation and understanding. With this playful tool, your group will be able to explore:

What makes your colleagues feel HAPPY?
How do your TEAM DYNAMICS enable or inhibit success?
Are you sensitive to Issues of DIVERSITY and INCLUSION?
Is your team in sync when it comes to values and ETHICS?
What's causing STRESS and how can it be managed?
How you can promote positive LEADERSHIP?

Following are more details about each of the popular prompts in the Team Development set:

Get Happy at Work prompts help create a more positive workplace by allowing colleagues to share goals, discuss challenges, and build relationships. Focusing on Positive Emotion, Engagement, Meaning, Accomplishments, and Relationships, the prompts help surface sources of happiness as they draw out individuals' personal qualities, work challenges, professional goals, and organizational dynamics. By putting a positive spin on important discussion topics, you'll be able to promote optimism, identify areas for organizational improvement and build a happier workplace.

The Team Dynamics prompts enable conversations that promote team spirit and boost flagging energy. Teams are everywhere – at work, at home, at school, on and off playing fields. From board rooms to church basements, we're thrown together with people we may or may not know well, and are challenged to achieve great results. Is your team performing to the max? How do you support each other? How do you develop consensus and manage disagreements? Team Dynamics Thumball is a playful way to raise these critical questions so that your teams can reach their full potential.

The Be a Leader prompts get the conversation going about what skills great leaders possess, and guides players through a bit of introspection as they consider their own leadership strengths or opportunities for improvement.

The Diversity prompts tackles a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. We live in a diverse world. Some differences are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges and age. Others may not be visually apparent, but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, use or non-use of alcohol, allergies, intellect, depression and other emotional diseases.

The Workplace Ethics prompts raise questions and fosters discussion about individual and organizational norms and ideals, regarding making and breaking rules, fostering ethical leadership, whistle blowing, bending the truth, and more. It helps in having rich conversations about the types of people you look to as a moral compass; how you'd handle different situations; what integrity, rules, ethics, and fairness mean to you; and how your organization or team handles ethical issues. How do you distinguish right from wrong? Is your idea of ethical obligations and responsibilities the same as your colleagues, friends and family?

The Stress Management Thumball helps you explore the causes of stress and the various ways you might manage its impact. Teams can discuss what affects their stress level, how they can help each other out, how they can better manage their own approach to stress, and more.

PRESENTATION FORMAT: The PowerPoint file is saved as a "pptm" file, containing a Macro. Once you enable the content, the UNZiP-it! Button will select a random discussion prompt.

This is a downloadable product. After you've placed your order, you will be given a link where you can download the file or you can log into your account and download the file.