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CELEBRATE SUCCESS WITH LEARNING MO-MINTS™

Learning Mo-Mints™ are a small-but-mighty giveaway that keeps learning fresh and fun. Hand out these refreshing mints to celebrate achievements, punctuate memorable moments, and reinforce a growth mindset during trainings, classes, and team meetings.

WHY TEAMS LOVE THEM

• Boosts engagement: A light, energizing treat that helps participants stay alert and positive.
• Makes learning stick: A playful reminder that every step forward is worth savoring.
• Shareable & memorable: Sparks smiles, gratitude, and conversation in any learning environment.

HOW TO USE

• Celebrate “aha” moments, milestones, and end-of-module wins.
• Place a tin at each table to welcome attendees and set a positive tone.
• Pair with certificates, kudos notes, or closing reflections to reinforce key takeaways.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Each tin measures 2.5" x 2"—perfectly portable for workshops and meetings.
• Filled with refreshing mints; flavor and quantity vary by batch.
• Reusable tin for easy refills or desk storage.

IDEAL FOR

• Trainers, facilitators, coaches, teachers, and team leaders.
• Workshops, onboarding, professional development, and recognition moments.

Use fidget toys in your classroom -- or your office -- to improve focus, reduce stress, and create a playful environment! Helix is the newest addition to our exclusive "fiddle" line.

Helix, a Trainers Warehouse exclusive fidget toy was designed to be ideal for training and learning. It's quiet, playful, and not too distracting! The knobby beads swivel around a central axis with the flick of a finger.

FEATURES

• Bright marbled colors (3 assorted colors are packed randomly)
• Quiet action and mindless "fiddle-ability"
• 9 smooth, knobby beads circle the central axis of the Helix with ease!
• Helix measures about 3" long and fits easily in the palm of your hand.
• It looks great and feels even better.

SEE THE SILENT HELIX FIDGET IN ACTION

Enrich the "sensory diet" of your learners. Our "fiddles" may look like toys to the untrained eye, but they are truly serious learning tools. Kinesthetic learners will focus better and absorb your material more quickly if they have something to do with their hands.

Click here to view FREE Facilitation Notes for using Fiddles in the Classroom and Office!

This item comes in assorted colors (green, red or blue) and is packaged randomly. Actual color received may vary from what is shown.

MORE RESOURCES

• Fidget Matrix
• Five Factors for Fabulous Fidgets
• Sanitizing Fidget Toys
• Favorite Fidgets for ADHD
• Data on Fidgets improving Engagement
• Taming Distractions and Managing Floating Attention
• How to Choose the Best Fidget for Your Group Infographic

See who's learning what and who's not getting it!

Encourage participation with Quick Response Briteboards. Briteboards Dry-erase Fluorescent Response Boards are a huge hit with students and educators, as every individual gets to write an answer, cast a vote, ask questions, and offer opinions.

Set includes 2 each of 5 different hot fluorescent boards... PLUS 10 fun mini-erasers that work GREAT on these boards. Erasers measure 2.5" x 1.25".

These super-sturdy dry-erase, TWO-sided Briteboards are great for:

• Casting votes
• Conducting icebreaker activities
• Answering questions
• Rating or ranking items
• Sharing game answers

View Video demos!

FEATURES:

• Easy to hold
• Large writing area: 6" x 7.75"
• 2-sided dry-erase surface
• Hole in handle for convenient storage
• Super sturdy and durable
• Cleans up easily

** TIPS **

Great for whiteboards. Put one in every participant's hands!

These small, Personal Whiteboard Mini Erasers are 100% felt. The bottom is soft so you can push firmly on the surface you're trying to clean. The top is hard felt, making it easy to grip.

TIP: If you're having trouble erasing markings that have been on your whiteboard surface for a long time, try these tricks:

• Write on top of the old marking with fresh dry-erase markings -- then try to erase
• Spray on whiteboard cleaner or window cleaner and wipe with a paper towel

Once the boards are clean, you should have no problem using a felt eraser.

Sold in packs of 30 erasers. Each felt eraser is 2.5" x 1.25" x .65". For dry-erase markers.

"These erasers are great for my mini white boards. My students and I love them and are always excited to use them during lessons." -- a satisfied customer

These powerful Kudos mints are a playful way to say "good job!"

They offer a flavorful mix of humor and encouragement.

Each tin measures 2.5" x 2". Available in other styles, including: Learning MoMINTS and ACHIEVE-Mints.

A great giveaway for all who contributed to a GREAT TEAM EFFORT!

Working together for a common purpose can take a lot out of everyone, as each individual sets aside their personal needs for a collective goal. When it's all over -- whether it's a new project launched or a sales target reached -- it's time to celebrate and let the team members know their efforts really mattered.

Each token is inscribed with "T.E.A.M. POWER" on one side; the reverse says "Together Everyone Achieves More."

Tokens measure 1" diameter.

Solid medium-weight metal feels great in your hand!

Sold in sets of 10 tokens. NOTE: quantity discounts shown above refer to a unit (bag of 10 tokens).

CREATE A CULTURE OF APPRECIATION WITH SMALL TOKENS OF APPRECIATION

Tokens of Appreciation are a fun way to foster a culture of gratitude. Motivate your team and boost morale by giving each individual a gratitude token for a job well done! These high-quality, unique tokens of appreciation let employees, trainees, students, and event participants know how much they’re valued, giving them a tangible item they can hold onto or pass along.

Even small, thoughtful gestures can make a big impact. While expressing appreciation verbally is important, there’s something about a physical object that really shows you care. Hand them out anytime you notice someone going above and beyond, or use the Token of Appreciation as part of your Employee-of-the-Month program. To create a culture of appreciation, encourage recipients to pass along their positive thoughts to one another, as well.

FEATURES

• Solid, medium-weight metal feels fantastic in your hand
• Inscribed with “Token of Appreciation” on one side and “Pass it along” on the other
• Sold in sets of 10 (buy in bulk to save)
• Dimensions: 1” diameter

NOTE: quantity discounts shown above refer to a unit (bag of 10 tokens).

TRAINER TIP FROM "Deb the Trainer"

"We recently hosted an appreciation dinner/mixer for staff from 3 companies. A token was affixed to a place card printed with a poem about passing on appreciation. The cards were placed at each table setting. During dinner we read the poem and awarded the waitstaff with tokens too. By the end of dinner employees were passing coins to each other and our guests were planning to use them outside the institution too."

SHOW YOUR APPRECIATION

Trainers Warehouse is the ultimate resource for managers, teachers, trainers, and anyone looking for innovative solutions that engage, teach, incentivize, boost retention, and build relationships in fun and effective ways. Browse our recognition awards and employee engagement tools for more products that encourage a positive environment.

Like the Token of Appreciation, all Trainers Warehouse award products are backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee, so don’t hesitate to place your bulk order with full confidence. As a small, family-owned business, we’re so grateful for our customers — each and every one of you deserves a gratitude token like our small Tokens of Appreciation! Be sure to stock up on tokens to maximize your discount.

Give praise liberally -- not just to top performers!

Everyone likes to receive praise and it feels good to give it. Encourage sharing appreciation of others with these unique tokens. Motivate everyone to keep up the good work and continue growing.

Token is inscribed with "GOOD JOB!" on one side; the reverse says "WELL DONE!"

Each token is 1" diameter. Solid medium-weight metal feels great in your hand! Sold in sets of 10 tokens.

NOTE: quantity discounts shown above refer to a unit (bag of 10 tokens).

Trainer Tip! Thanks to "Deb the Trainer" from Millbury, MA for sharing this outstanding use of the tokens:

"We recently hosted an appreciation dinner/mixer for staff from 3 companies. A token was affixed to a place card printed with a poem about passing on appreciation. The cards were placed at each table setting. During dinner we read the poem and awarded the waitstaff with tokens too. By the end of dinner employees were passing coins to each other and our guests were planning to use them outside the institution too."

And...here's an all-purpose poem that YOU may use when distributing your tokens, compliments of Trainers Warehouse President Susan Landay. You are welcome to "steal" these words or adapt them for your own use:

Too often in our circles, appreciation goes unspoken,
So, let us start anew with this very special token.
Please don't stash it in a wallet or leave it at your ‘station,'
"Pass it on" to a fellow friend, in an Act of Appreciation.
As on and on it travels, giving thanks and recognition.
Ours will become a place of brightened disposition.

Create good vibes! Don't wait for huge accomplishments to give positive feedback. Use these clever notes liberally to boost learners' and colleagues' spirits, recognize large or small contributions, and inspire continued effort.

Kudos Note Pad Set (25 sheets/pad; 10 pads/set). Each pad is approx. 4" x 5.5".

Volume discounts available. Unit Prices shown refer to 1 pack of 10 pads.

Create good vibes! Don't wait for momentous events to give positive feedback.

When groups are learning and growing together, they have a keen appreciation for where each team member started, and what they've accomplished. These pads give team members a tool to recognize one another's contributions to the group.

Use these clever notes liberally to boost learners' and colleagues' spirits, recognize large or small contributions, and inspire continued effort.

Kudos Note Pad Set (25 sheets/pad; 10 pads/set). Each pad is approx. 4" x 5.5".

Volume discounts available. Unit Prices shown refer to 1 pack of 10 pads.

Listen to song samples below! Each tune was written just for trainers and promises to engage your group... and get you a few laughs!

• Create a playful ambience
• Ease transitions
• Introduce breaks
• Warm up the crowd

Get laughs and ease learners through challenging transitions between content segments with this brand new CD of 21 original classroom jingles by a NY song writer and Broadway musicians.

Songs range in style from classic Broadway to Rock 'n Roll, Calypso to Hora, Tin Pan Alley to Rap, Blues to Country -- appealing to all ages and musical tastes. Each song was written specifically with classroom trainers and their trainees in mind. Running time: 20 minutes. The lyrics are 100% guaranteed to bring laughter to your classroom.

These original tunes can be played royalty-free in classroom settings on a conventional CD player or your computer. You can also import the tunes as MP3 audio files and import into your PowerPoint presentations.

CHECK THEM OUT!

Listen to a few samples:

• Track 3 Hello
• Track 4 Come to da Meetin', Mon
• Track 7 Turn Off Your Cell Phone
• Track 8 Make the Most of It
• Track 9 Keep an Open Mind
• Track 10 Meetin' Rap
• Track 13 Bathroom Hora
• Track 16 Hallelujah Lunchtime
• Track 20 Break's Over
• Track 21 Goodbye

SONG TITLES

Songs of Welcome

1. Thanks for Coming 0:55
2. Meet & Greet 0:42
3. Hello 0:36
4. Come to da Meetin', Mon 0:58
5. Sit Down 0:30

Warming Up the Crowd

1. Fill It In 0:34
2. Turn Off Your Cell Phone 1:00
3. Make the Most of It 1:03
4. Keep an Open Mind 0:43
5. Meetin' Rap 1:12
6. Think Outside the Box 1:05
7. Part of the Team 1:00

Breaktime Tunes

1. The Bathroom Hora 0:52
2. Take a Break 1:00
3. Time to Munch 0:17
4. Hallelujah Lunchtime 0:35
5. "After Lunchtime" Blues 1:00
6. Exercisin' 1:00
7. Come In 0:36
8. Break's Over 0:36

Saying "So long"

1. Goodbye 0:40

Bonus Tracks:

1. Laugh Track 0:05
2. Applause track 0:05
3. Songwriter's Extras 2:24

This is a downloadable product (CD no longer available). After you've placed your order, you will be given a link where you can download the MP3 audio files.

Take time to debrief your learning event and help participants identify and follow through on key learning points. Your focused review helps learners think about ways they can implement the learning so they don't forget.

These sticky note pads are perfect debrief tools for individuals or small groups. Pass them around as prompts to ask the following questions:

1. What actions should you START doing to integrate today's learning into your daily processes?
2. Which actions should you STOP doing to avoid current problems?
3. What's still working that you should CONTINUE to do?
4. What needs to CHANGE in order to bring about the desired change?

Set of 20 pre-printed sticky note pads with STOP, START, CONTINUE, and CHANGE printed on each note.

Plenty of blank space on each pad for students to write out their ideas and goals on each sheet.

Set includes 5 of each style of pad. Each 3 in. x 3 in. pad has 50 stickies.

TRAINING TIPS

• Explore the 1-2-4-All Training Techniques for a dozen ideas on how to make use of these notes.
• Download Start-Stop-Continue-Change Lesson Notes, developed in collaboration with Nora Gerber for 6 activities that use the sticky notes throughout the learning event, to:
  • tease out goals
  • share learning points
  • commit to intentions
  • employ "exit passes"

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Find things easily -- even in the bottom of your bag!

Don't worry about small items getting lost in the bottom of your bag. Now you can see exactly what you have and show it off to others.

Features:

• Clear plastic tote printed with text to make you laugh
• 12" H x 12" W x 6" D
• 21-1/2" webbing handles in assorted colors
• Assorted handle colors - will vary

Printed on front of tote:

This bag is not a toy. Putting it over your head could cause suffocation, which would really ruin your day. Better to put all your great stuff in it so that people look at you with envy as you walk by, wondering both where you got all your things and where you got your awesome see-through bag, to which you can reply, "You can get one, too, at Trainers Warehouse or Office Oxygen, and they're a 'baahgin.' That's New England-speak for 'bargain'." And by the way, it's true that objects in the side view mirror are closer than they appear, but the wonderful items in your beautiful, clear bag really are just as they appear!

Use the Which are You and Why? Thumball prompts to understand where each person is on a variety of spectrums. It's a creative and playful way to get to know each other.

Just look under your thumb and share your reaction to the prompt. Discuss where on the spectrum you'd put yourself, and why! Thumball is a 6" stuffed ball that looks like a soccer ball, but is soft and safe to use at work, school and home.

WHICH ARE YOU AND WHY? THUMBALL PROMPTS

On this Thumball, you'll find two words on each panel. They represent opposites. The goal is to understand if you're "this" or "that" or if you're preference lies somewhere in the middle.

Use the ball to learn more about friends and colleagues. Topics are broad enough that players can apply them to:

• Work
• Home
• Communication styles
• Foods
• Activities
• Relationships
• Purchases
• Leadership
• Teams

When you're playing feel free to frame any prompt to your specific location, situation or objective.

** TIPS & Facilitation Suggestions **

EXPLAIN: The Which Are You Thumball requires players to chose between two opposite characteristics or preferences. They may find it's easy to choose one extreme or the other. If it is, or if it's not, encourage them to explain where they fall on the continuum and why. Invite them to share examples or expand on their answer with analogies to their personality or work style.

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

1. Specify that answers should relate specifically to personal or workplace experiences.
2. Ask first recipient to select an answer panel to which all players must respond or contribute.
3. Survey players on several question panels, then create charts or graphs that reflect the cumulative responses.

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

This ball is part of our exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style

What are your Favorites? And Why? When asking about favorites, we always preface it by asking for "one of your favorites" because sometimes it's really hard to choose!

What we like says a lot about us. The Favorites Thumball provides 32 discussion prompts, 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.

FAVORITES THUMBALL PROMPTS

Although this Thumball refers to "favorites," we always recommend asking for "one of your favorites." Somehow, that seems to make it all a bit easier to answer the question. On this Thumball, which is one of our favorites, you'll find a range of topics including:

• Locations and destinations
• Ways to spend time
• Cuisines
• Art forms
• Preferences

Because every prompt is about YOU, a topic that most people can answer pretty easily, dialogue and sharing come quickly and easily.

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

This Favorites Thumball is part of Trainers Warehouse's exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.

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

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style

SESSION OPENER THUMBALL PROMPTS

The prompts on the Session Opener Thumball are intended to build relationships and tease out session goals, so that facilitators can get their learning sessions off to a good start. To this end, prompts primarily cover these three categories:

• Getting to Know You - dreams, peeves, wishes, decisions, frustrations, talents
• Learning Styles - best teachers, preferred learning methods, learning goals
• Work Styles - proudest accomplishments, creative contributions, strengths

This Thumball is part of Trainers Warehouse's exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style

We are who we are today because of our history and our lifetime of experiences. Encourage your group to share details of their past -- school, friends, family, hobbies, challenges, and more!

Help your team get to know each other. The most compelling reason to break-the-ice is to create a stress-free environment, optimized for learning. These 6" soft and safe Thumballs are a great way to do it. Toss the ball to one player and ask them to share their reaction to whatever prompt lies under their thumb. Shaped by Our Past Thumball is ideal for work, school and home use. Older and "elder" players especially like sharing memories of their past that shaped who they are now.

SHAPED BY OUR PAST THUMBALL PROMPTS

The "Shaped by Our Past" collection of prompts draw out the experiences in our life that helped shape who we are today. Among them you'll find:

• Childhood memories: birthdays, vacations, regrets
• Past experiences: scary moments, hospital visits, turning points, accomplishments
• Daily life when you were younger: extracurricular activities, friendships, summer traditions
• People & personalities: impact of birth order, mentors, grandparents
• Challenges & accomplishments: difficult choices, challenging times, goals

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

This ball is part of Trainers Warehouse's exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style

What Makes You Unique?

What? What? What? Asking and answering questions helps build rapport, camaraderie, and understanding. Sharing information builds relationships and fosters trust. The What Makes You YOU? Thumball is loaded with 32 "what?" questions to help players learn more about the people around them and dig a little deeper than typical, superficial icebreakers questions.

Thumballs look like soccer balls but are are soft and safe for indoor use at work, school, and home.

WHAT MAKES YOU YOU THUMBALL PROMPTS

Through this thoughtful array of "What...?" conversation prompts, learn what makes each person special. Prompts cover:

• Skills and interests
• Quirks, wishes and facts
• Motivations & fears
• Likes & dislikes
• Goals and contributions

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

This ball is part of Trainers Warehouse's exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.

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

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style

Look under your thumb and share your reaction to whatever prompt lies beneath it. Thumball is a soft, 6" stuffed ball pre-printed with 32 prompts and LOADS of interesting applications for meetings, training, and employee relations.

With the Stress Management Thumball, explore the causes of stress and various ways to 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.

STRESS MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION STARTER THUMBALL

The prompts on the Stress Management Thumball will help you explore and discuss the following:

• Causes of stress: tasks, chores, times of year, and situation that bring angst
• Controlling stress: ways to minimize stress and focus on priorities
• Sources of calm: hobbies, activities, quiet places that bring relaxation
• Wellness practices: Sleep, exercise and diet that nourish you
• Dealing with stress: what do you do (can you do) when you get stressed
• Electronics: impact of technology and email on stress levels

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

** TIPS & Facilitation Suggestions **

This Thumball contains both prompts that address causes of stress and others that promote discussion and reflection on responses to stress. This is really meant to be a tool to build awareness and enable conversations about stress.

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

1. Ask first recipient to select an answer panel to which all players must respond or contribute.
2. Have players recall the responses of others.
3. Use each answer as a prompt to discuss broader aspects of stress-management including time management techniques, diet, exercise, sleep, ways to say "no", etc.

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

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style
• Ground Rules Signs
• Tips for facilitating difficult situations

Getting to Know You Thumball® (6-inch) is one of Trainers Warehouse’s best-selling icebreaker tools—because it turns dreaded introductions into meaningful, comfortable conversations. Instead of going around the room with stiff intros, participants toss the soft, stuffed ball and answer the prompt under their thumb. With 32 creative questions built in, it is ideal for icebreakers, onboarding, corporate training, or any moment when team rapport matters..

WHY IT WORKS

• Connections before content: Brain science shows learners retain more when they feel connected to other learners and to the content being covered. This Thumball sparks safe, real conversations that build trust and engagement, and prepares the mind to dive into the content.
• Breaks the ice without the cringe: Even “icebreaker haters” enjoy the playful toss-and-catch format, which feels natural and low-pressure. BTW, we suggest you call them "openers."
• Universally appealing: Works across cultures, age groups, and industries—perfect for classrooms, onboarding, and professional training.
• Proven popularity: Among the most-purchased Thumballs worldwide, trusted by trainers for decades.
• Emphasis on soft skills: Boosts interpersonal communication & active listening. Builds empathy and trust among participants.
• Travels easily: Lightweight, portable and hassle-free—perfect for travel or virtual setups.

GETTING TO KNOW YOU THUMBALL PROMPTS

The prompts on the Getting to Know You Thumball are intended to be thoughtful, yet easy-to-answer. They'll help spark conversation and allow players to learn more about one another. It's a wonderful tool for team onboarding, new hire introductions, remote-team icebreakers, and more. Prompts focus on 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

Sample prompts include:

• "The most difficult thing you’ve ever done?"
• "The age you’d most want to relive"
• "The age at which you became an adult"

HOW TO USE

1. Toss the Thumball to someone in the group.
2. They answer the question under their thumb.
3. Keep tossing until everyone has had a chance to connect.
4. Facilitator tip: Debrief by asking, “What surprised you?” or “What did you learn about your colleagues?”

DIFFERENCE FROM OTHER THUMBALLS

The Getting to Know You Thumball® zeroes in on simple, universally approachable prompts. It’s the best choice when you want to quickly break the ice with any group—even skeptics who normally dislike icebreakers.

SPECIFICATIONS

• 6-inch stuffed vinyl Thumball®
• 32 pre-printed prompts
• Safe, soft, and durable for repeated use

FAQS

Q: How is this different from other Thumballs?
A: The Getting to Know You Thumball® is designed for quick, universally appealing introductions. Others (like Stress Management, Diversity, and Get Happy at Work) dive deeper into specific themes.

Q: What makes this better than a typical icebreaker?
A: People love playing with toys (which we call "tools"). Instead of putting people on the spot with scripted intros, the playful toss lowers defenses and makes conversation feel natural.

Q: How many people can play?
A: Great for groups of 6–25. For larger groups, use multiple Thumballs or break into several groups.

Q: Who uses this best?
A: Trainers, facilitators, teachers, HR professionals, and anyone who wants to build trust and rapport before diving into content-heavy sessions.

SEE IT IN ACTION

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

** TIPS * Facilitation Suggestions **

Use the Getting to Know You Thumball to interact in a group setting and stimulate lively discussions among players. Take turns circulating the Thumball by passing, rolling, tossing and catching. Ask recipients to respond to the prompt under their right thumb.

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

1. Specify that answers should relate specifically to personal or workplace experiences.
2. Ask first recipient to select an answer panel to which all players must respond or contribute.
3. Survey players on several question panels, then create charts or graphs that reflect the cumulative responses.
4. After they hear the answer, have other players guess what the prompt was.

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

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style

WHY FACILITATORS LOVE IT

• Unlimited flexibility: Build your own prompts for leadership training, icebreakers, coaching sessions, wellness checks, or just-for-fun games.
• Interactive engagement: Toss the ball, answer the question under your thumb, and keep the group energized and involved.
• Reusable and durable: Soft, stitched 6″ fabric ball designed to last through countless training sessions.
• Personalized learning: Helps trainers align activities directly to their content, participants, or organizational culture.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• One 6″ Thumball® with 32 blank panels
• Permanent marker included for writing prompts

BEST USES

• Corporate training workshops
• Team building and icebreakers
• Leadership coaching and mentoring
• Classroom learning and student engagement
• Wellness, DEI, or custom content programs

FAQS

Q: Can I erase and reuse the panels?
A: No. While this is a customizable team building ball, the panels are not erasable. This design prevents smudging during play and ensures the prompts stay visible long-term.

Q: What kind of marker should I use?
A: To create your personalized conversation starter, be sure to use a fine-tip permanent marker works best. The ball ships with one marker included. Avoid washable or erasable markers as they will smear.

Q: Any tips for writing on the panels?
A: Yes! Use a fine-point permanent marker and take your time to write clearly. Practicing your prompts on paper first is a good way to ensure legibility and fit.

Q: What makes this different from other Thumballs®?
A: Unlike pre-printed Thumballs®, this DIY version gives facilitators total creative freedom to tailor questions and activities to their specific training content and audience.

Q: Who uses Create Your Own Thumball® most?
A: Trainers, teachers, facilitators, HR professionals, coaches, and team leaders who want a versatile tool for engagement and customized learning.

Image above shows suggested use only. You'll get a ball with 30 BLANK panels!

** TIPS **

How to customize your Thumball™

1. Use a permanent, fine-tip marker so it's easy to write and doesn't smudge.
2. Plan before your write! You have 30 panels to fill up (10 blue; 20 silver). The two pre-printed panels on the top and bottom say “You Choose,” allowing players to respond to any panel on the ball.
   
3. Practice your writing! Be sure your handwriting is big, bold and legible.
   
4. Fill all the spaces! Write in vocabulary words, questions, key words, and more. If you still have empty spaces, consider one or more of these ideas:
   

• • Repeat a prompt twice. Repetition can be good (if you put the same words on two panels – simply let players know that they need to build upon a previous answer).
  • “Pass to the right” – player passes the ball to the person directly to the right.
  • “Stump the Leader” – player chooses which panel the facilitator must answer.
  • “Toss Again” – player tosses ball up and re-catches it.
  • “Share 5” or “Group Share”– player gets topic from facilitator and 5 or more players must all offer answers.

Facilitation Suggestions

• Depending on your group, roll, pass, toss, or kick Thumball™ among players.
• Circulate the ball clockwise, counterclockwise or random direction.
• Specify which thumb to look under for the prompt -- right thumb, left thumb or the finger of your choice.
• Ask players to respond to the prompt. Or, to kick it up a notch, invite them to ask another player to respond.
• Select time limits for responses and length of game.
• Add point values to each prompt/question and let players know that will earn and/or lose points for each response.

NOTE: This ball is part of our exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.

MORE RESOURCES

• All about Silver Series Thumballs
• Tips & Suggestion on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style

This thin plastic 8.5 x 14 DocU-Sleeve frame is perfect for framing legal-sized documents.

DocU-Sleeves have So Many Uses!

Not flimsy like a page protector, not rigid like an acrylic frame!

• Light-weight
• Low-Cost
• Easy to handle & load
• Thin profile
• Fingerprint-resistant
• Hangs anywhere, even fabric cubicle walls (just choose the backing that works for you.)

Backing Information:

DocU-Sleeves can be ordered with NO BACKING or with your CHOICE OF BACKING, INCLUDED FREE OF CHARGE.

Click here to see backings!

View video DEMO below!

** TIPS **

There are literally hundreds of uses for DocU-Sleeves. We see them in use for certificates, job aids, real estate listings, checklists, and evacuation signs, to name just a few.

No matter how you use DocU-Sleeves, here are just a few tips:

• ORIENTATION
  • You can put sheets in vertically or horizontally (portrait or landscape).
  • For vertical use, we recommend leaving the opening at the top, unless it's posted outside and you want to protect your document from water. Even if the opening is at the bottom, your document is unlikely to slide out.
• BACKINGS
  • VELCO/OMNI - If you're not sure whether a recipient will use the sheet protector on a plaster or fabric wall, choose the VELCRO/OMNI backing, so that they can use it on either surface.
  • OMNI - the gentle adhesive will not harm painted walls.
  • MAGNETS - these are best used for metal surfaces like file cabinets. They are light-weight magnets so if you stuff too many sheets in the DocU-Sleeve, it might be too heavy and slide down.
  • CONVENIENCE: We send the DocU-Sleeves with backings already attached.
  • EASEL: If you don't have wall space, but want a DocU-Sleeve to stand on a desk, ask us about Easel Backs.
• APPLICATIONS
  • LAMINATION: Use DocU-Sleeves in lieu of lamination.
  • DRY-ERASE: Put a blank sheet of paper inside (or some sort of worksheet, chart or form), then use dry-erase markers on the DocU-Sleeves. You'll see the wipe clean nicely. Plus, you can slide in colored paper, worksheets and forms.
• LONG LIFE
  • Slide sheets in an out as often as you need. They're not flimsy and so they'll stand up well to lots of transitions.
  • If using OMNI tabs, the adhesive may lessen if you take them up and down frequently, but feel free to get a back up supply of OMNI TABS!
  • DocU-Sleeves placed in direct sunlight or in very bright areas may yellow over time.
  • Are they recyclable? Not at this time, but we're working on it!

PROFESSIONAL & STURDY TOP LOADERS!

DocU-Sleeves (8.5″ × 11″ Clear Plastic Document Protectors) keep your documents, signs, and certificates looking crisp, professional, and protected—without the hassle or expense of lamination. These reusable, top-loading plastic sleeves are perfect for corporate signage, training room displays, safety posters, event schedules, and job aids. Just slide in your sheet and post it with your choice of plain, magnetic, or VELCRO®/OMNI backings.

WHY TRAINERS & MANAGERS LOVE THEM

• Reusable sign sleeves: Swap out content anytime—ideal for agendas, SOPs, or compliance signage.
• Professional presentation: Protects against fingerprints, smudges, and humidity while keeping content visible.
• Versatile display: Available with plain backs, magnets for metal surfaces, or VELCRO®/OMNI for walls, doors, and cubicles.
• Save money & time: No need to laminate or reprint every time content changes.

KEY FEATURES

• Letter size (8.5" x 11") with opening on the short side (top-loading)
• Portrait or landscape: hang vertically or horizontally
• Choose your backing: Plain (no backing), Magnet, or VELCRO/OMNI tabs — shipped pre-attached for convenience
• Dry-erase friendly: slide in a blank sheet or form and write; wipes clean
• Reusable & cleanable: spray and wipe to maintain clarity
• Professional look: slim ~1/4" border on three sides
• Lamination alternative: protect and update content without permanent sealing

COMMON USES

• Corporate training rooms: Training room signage and onboarding displays
• Recognition: Certificates, diplomas, and awards
• Workplaces: Safety and compliance posters;
• Job aids, SOPs, and quick reference guides
• Events & conferences: Meeting agendas and corporate communications; Event signage, conference schedules, and wayfinding

CHOICE OF BACKINGS

• Plain (No Backing): use with your own stands or hardware
• Magnet Backing: ideal for metal surfaces (file cabinets, machinery)
• VELCRO/OMNI Tabs: adhere to fabric or painted walls; gentle on surfaces

Backings are applied before shipment for quick installation.

FAQS

Q: How are DocU-Sleeves different from laminating?
A: Unlike lamination, DocU-Sleeves are reusable. Simply slide in new content anytime—perfect for changing signage, agendas, or rotating job aids.

Q: How is this different from a page protector?

A: DocU-Sleeves are sturdier and present documents more professionally than thin binder sleeves, yet are easier to update than rigid acrylic frames.

Q: What surfaces can I mount them on and what backing should I choose?
A: Choose from plain back (for bulletin boards), magnetic back (for metal surfaces), or VELCRO®/OMNI back (for walls, doors, cubicles, and other non-metal surfaces).

Q: Can I write on the surface?

A: Yes. Insert a blank sheet or form and use dry-erase markers. Wipe clean to reuse. Many facilitators use them with checklists or reusable forms—just wipe clean after use.

Q: What size paper fits?
A: Standard 8.5″ × 11″ sheets fit perfectly—whether it’s a certificate, safety poster, or meeting agenda. It can also be hung vertically (portrait orientation) or horizontally (landscape orientation).

Q: Are other sizes available?
A: Yes—additional sizes are available across the DocU-Sleeves line.

CARE & LONGEVITY

• Clean with a light spray and soft cloth; avoid abrasives
• For longest clarity, avoid extended direct sunlight

FREE SAMPLE

Curious how it looks in your space? Use the form below to request a complimentary sample of the 8.5" x 11" DocU-Sleeve to test fit and finish.

KEEP OFFICE SIGNS & EMPLOYEE CERTIFICATIONS PROTECTED WITH PLASTIC SLEEVES

Once you start using these clear pocket sleeves (a.k.a. top loaders), you’ll wonder how you ever got by without them! If the information needs to be visible, put it in a DocU-Sleeve! Our DocU-Sleeves are helpful multi-purpose document protectors to keep all your essential paperwork safe. Add a professional touch to any document by simply placing it in a clear plastic paper holder. They’re lightweight and flexible, yet sturdy enough to offer outstanding protection you can depend on--not quite as rigid as an acrylic frame but not as flimsy as modern page protectors

Keep any important document in pristine condition. Safeguard checklists, evacuation signs, real estate listings, proposals, and other important papers. Honor participants at training events with attractive certificates, or hang your signage on the wall with your preferred pre-attached backings. Use clear pocket sleeves as an easier, non-permanent alternative to lamination.

100s OF USES!

Customers have told us about all the ways they use DocU-Sleeves Sheet Protectors (a.k.a. Clear Pocket Sleeves, or "those clear plastic things"). How will you use them?

VIEW VIDEO DEMO BELOW

BACKING INFORMATION

DocU-Sleeves can be ordered with NO BACKING or with your CHOICE OF BACKING, WHICH TRAINERS WAREHOUSE APPLIES FREE OF CHARGE SAVING YOU TIME.

Each DocuSleeve is inspected and placed into it's own poly bag to ensure its quality

** TIPS **

There are literally hundreds of uses for our plastic sleeves. We see them in use for certificates, job aids, real estate listings, checklists, and evacuation signs, to name just a few.

No matter how you use DocU-Sleeves, here are just a few tips:

• ORIENTATION
  • You can put sheets in vertically or horizontally (portrait or landscape).
  • For vertical use, we recommend leaving the opening at the top, unless it's posted outside and you want to protect your document from water. Even if the opening is at the bottom, your document is unlikely to slide out.
• BACKINGS
  • VELCRO/OMNI - If you're not sure whether a recipient will use the document protectors on a plaster or fabric wall, choose the VELCRO/OMNI backing, so that they can use it on either surface.
  • OMNI - the gentle adhesive will not harm painted walls.
  • MAGNETS - these are best used for metal surfaces like file cabinets. They are light-weight magnets so if you stuff too many sheets in the plastic sleeves, it might be too heavy and slide down.
  • CONVENIENCE: We send the DocU-Sleeves with backings already attached.
• DRY-ERASE APPLICATIONS
  • LAMINATION: Use these plastic sleeves for paper in lieu of lamination.
  • DRY-ERASE: Put a blank sheet of paper inside (or some sort of worksheet, chart or form), then use dry-erase markers on the document protectors. You'll see they wipe clean nicely. Plus, you can slide in colored paper, worksheets, and forms.
• LONG LIFE
  • Slide sheets in and out as often as you need. They're not flimsy and so they'll stand up well to lots of transitions.
  • If using OMNI tabs, the adhesive may lessen if you take them up and down frequently, but feel free to get a bigger backup supply of OMNI TABS!
  • DocU-Sleeves placed in direct sunlight or in very bright areas may yellow over time.

REQUEST A FREE SAMPLE of an 8.5"x11" Docu-Sleeve

DocU-Sleeves are the perfect complement to our other Awards & Recognition products, such as Certificate Plaques and Padded Certificate Holders, as well as our convenient signage stands for display. Buy clear pocket sleeves in bulk to enjoy a generous discount — the more you buy, the more you save!Once you have DocU-Sleeves on hand, you’ll be surprised by how often you reach for small plastic sleeve protectors. After all, they provide a simple yet highly effective solution when you need protection with a professional look. All Trainers Warehouse products are backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee, so place your order with full confidence. Order quality top-loader sleeves now!

FIND DOCU-SLEEVES, SIGNAGE, & MORE

Trainers Warehouse is your go-to resource for all the fun, innovative, and effective tools you need to become a better trainer. From DocU-Sleeves and other plastic sleeves to reward your employees, to our expansive trainer library, you’ll find everything you need to keep employees energized, engaged, and excited about your workplace. Shop with Trainers Warehouse and tap into our huge inventory of products designed exclusively by and for trainers. Purchase in bulk and $ave! Feel confident about any purchase! We guarantee satisfaction 100%. Period!

Still not sure? Click here to read customer reviews and learn more about DocU-Sleeves.

DocU-Sleeves are great for displaying 5" x 7" photos, reminders, important notices. Lightweight and flexible, these plastic frames adhere to any surface.

Explore the 100s of uses for DocU-Sleeves

Backing Information: DocU-Sleeves can be ordered with NO BACKING or with your CHOICE OF BACKING, INCLUDED FREE OF CHARGE. Click here to see backings!

View video DEMO below!

** TIPS **

There are literally hundreds of uses for DocU-Sleeves. We see them in use for certificates, job aids, real estate listings, checklists, and evacuation signs, to name just a few.

No matter how you use DocU-Sleeves, here are just a few tips:

• ORIENTATION
  • You can put sheets in vertically or horizontally (portrait or landscape).
  • For vertical use, we recommend leaving the opening at the top, unless it's posted outside and you want to protect your document from water. Even if the opening is at the bottom, your document is unlikely to slide out.
• BACKINGS
  • VELCO/OMNI - If you're not sure whether a recipient will use the sheet protector on a plaster or fabric wall, choose the VELCRO/OMNI backing, so that they can use it on either surface.
  • OMNI - the gentle adhesive will not harm painted walls.
  • MAGNETS - these are best used for metal surfaces like file cabinets. They are light-weight magnets so if you stuff too many sheets in the DocU-Sleeve, it might be too heavy and slide down.
  • CONVENIENCE: We send the DocU-Sleeves with backings already attached.
  • EASEL: If you don't have wall space, but want a DocU-Sleeve to stand on a desk, ask us about Easel Backs.
• APPLICATIONS
  • LAMINATION: Use DocU-Sleeves in lieu of lamination.
  • DRY-ERASE: Put a blank sheet of paper inside (or some sort of worksheet, chart or form), then use dry-erase markers on the DocU-Sleeves. You'll see the wipe clean nicely. Plus, you can slide in colored paper, worksheets and forms.
• LONG LIFE
  • Slide sheets in an out as often as you need. They're not flimsy and so they'll stand up well to lots of transitions.
  • If using OMNI tabs, the adhesive may lessen if you take them up and down frequently, but feel free to get a back up supply of OMNI TABS!
  • DocU-Sleeves placed in direct sunlight or in very bright areas may yellow over time.
  • Are they recyclable? Not at this time, but we're working on it!

This DocU-Sleeve is great for framing 4" x 6" photos or reminders. Adhere to fabric walls, file cabinets, walls, anything!

• Low-Cost
• Lightweight plastic
• Easy to handle & Load
• Finger print resistant
• Easily displayable

Choose the backing that works for you.

Backing Information: DocU-Sleeves can be ordered with NO BACKING or with your CHOICE OF BACKING, INCLUDED FREE OF CHARGE.

Click here to see backings!

View video DEMO below!

** TIPS **

There are literally hundreds of uses for DocU-Sleeves. We see them in use for certificates, job aids, real estate listings, checklists, and evacuation signs, to name just a few.

No matter how you use DocU-Sleeves, here are just a few tips:

• ORIENTATION
  • You can put sheets in vertically or horizontally (portrait or landscape).
  • For vertical use, we recommend leaving the opening at the top, unless it's posted outside and you want to protect your document from water. Even if the opening is at the bottom, your document is unlikely to slide out.
• BACKINGS
  • VELCO/OMNI - If you're not sure whether a recipient will use the sheet protector on a plaster or fabric wall, choose the VELCRO/OMNI backing, so that they can use it on either surface.
  • OMNI - the gentle adhesive will not harm painted walls.
  • MAGNETS - these are best used for metal surfaces like file cabinets. They are light-weight magnets so if you stuff too many sheets in the DocU-Sleeve, it might be too heavy and slide down.
  • CONVENIENCE: We send the DocU-Sleeves with backings already attached.
  • EASEL: If you don't have wall space, but want a DocU-Sleeve to stand on a desk, ask us about Easel Backs.
• APPLICATIONS
  • LAMINATION: Use DocU-Sleeves in lieu of lamination.
  • DRY-ERASE: Put a blank sheet of paper inside (or some sort of worksheet, chart or form), then use dry-erase markers on the DocU-Sleeves. You'll see the wipe clean nicely. Plus, you can slide in colored paper, worksheets and forms.
• LONG LIFE
  • Slide sheets in an out as often as you need. They're not flimsy and so they'll stand up well to lots of transitions.
  • If using OMNI tabs, the adhesive may lessen if you take them up and down frequently, but feel free to get a back up supply of OMNI TABS!
  • DocU-Sleeves placed in direct sunlight or in very bright areas may yellow over time.
  • Are they recyclable? Not at this time, but we're working on it!