Exclusives

Set this Telescoping Table Stand the perfect height for your needs!

Easily adjust the telescoping stand up and down to your liking. Rest assured, the stands will never obstruct the vision of people sitting at the table. Raise the stands to their full height if you want your signage to be visible from a distance. These versatile stands extend from 6" to 20" high.

Create your own table signs and prop them in these telescoping sign holders. Alternatively, let tables and teams create their own group identity. The stiff plastic sign holders (DocU-Sleeves) accommodate 5" x 7" sheets or index cards.

Base is 3.5" diameter.

Plastic sign holder included.

5 ft. Floor Stand for 8.5″ × 11″ Signs is a Trainers Warehouse exclusive—designed for facilitators and event leaders who need signage that’s professional, portable, and easy to update. Unlike bulky metal stands, this lightweight model collapses in seconds and stores compactly, yet remains surprisingly stable once assembled. Use it for directions, schedules, or event messages, and swap signs instantly with the included clear DocU-Sleeve.

WHY FACILITATORS LOVE IT

• Exclusive design: Only available from Trainers Warehouse, built specifically for training and event use.
• Lightweight + portable: Collapsible pole segments with elastic cord make it easy to transport; weighs 1.3 lbs.
• Quick updates: Insert any 8.5″ × 11″ paper into the clear DocU-Sleeve for fast sign changes—no laminating or tools needed.
• Surprisingly stable: Despite its light weight, the stand stays firm on floors in training rooms, lobbies, or conference halls.
• Compact storage: Breaks down to about 11.5″ for effortless packing and storage.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 5 ft. collapsible floor stand (approx. 58″ tall when assembled), consists of 5-foot pole and 8" diam base.
• Clear DocU-Sleeve for 8.5″ × 11″ signs (portrait orientation)

BEST USES

• Directing attendees to breakout sessions
• Posting daily agendas, reminders, or announcements
• Welcoming participants at training events or workshops
• Expo or trade show messaging where portability matters
• Recommended for indoor use.

TIPS & VARIANTS

• Need a taller option? Try the 6 ft. stand, which supports both 8.5″ × 11″ and 11″ × 17″ signage.
• Smaller spaces? A 4 ft. version is available for tabletop or lower-profile signage needs.
• Prep ahead: Keep extra DocU-Sleeves on hand to pre-stage multiple signs for quick swaps during events.

FAQS

Q: What makes this stand exclusive?
A: Trainers Warehouse developed this lightweight, portable sign stand for facilitators and event leaders. It’s not available anywhere else.

Q: How portable is it?
A: Very portable—the stand collapses to about 11.5″ with an internal elastic cord (like tent poles) and weighs 1.3 lbs.

Q: How do I change the sign?
A: Just print on standard 8.5″ × 11″ paper and slip it into the clear DocU-Sleeve—no special tools or laminating required.

Q: Is it stable enough for busy events?
A: Yes—though lightweight, it’s designed to be surprisingly stable on training floors, lobbies, and conference hallways.

Q: Are other sizes available?
A: Yes, Trainers Warehouse also offers 4 ft. and 6 ft. versions to suit different venues and sign formats.

** TIPS **

The floor stands are super convenient because they fold up like tent poles. Also, keep in mind these quick tips:

• If you need to move the sign stand, you'll have to move the base. If it you grab the pole, it will separate from the base. This isn't that big a deal, but is a useful reminder.
• While it's pretty easy these days to print out a sign, you can always put a clean sheet of paper in the DocU-Sleeve and write on the top with a dry-erase marker.
• Using the sign's dry-erase feature…
  • folks can easily write messages to one another and then erase them once read.
  • Velcro a marker and/or eraser to the sign for easy messaging.

At last, a graceful, versatile, and lightweight sign holder at an affordable price! The 4 foot Floor Stand is easy to set up, easy to move, easy to swap in new signs at a moment's notice by simply printing them out on standard sized paper.

Weighing in at only a little over 2 pounds, both the 4 ft. and 5 ft. stands are surprisingly stable and collapse to 11.5" by means of an elasticized cord inside individual poles -- just like collapsible tent poles! Each includes an 8.5" x 11" plastic DocU-Sleeve (document holder) in which to insert your paper sign. The 4 ft. stand measures 47" from floor to top of pole; the 5 ft. stand (#CAFLN5) measures 58" from floor to top of pole.

Also available: 6 ft. stand (#CAFLT) is even more versatile.

Each base is 8" diam, weighs 1.3 lbs.

Recommended for indoor use.

** TIPS **

The floor stands are super convenient because they fold up like tent poles. Also, keep in mind these quick tips:

• If you need to move the sign stand, you'll have to move the base. If it you grab the pole, it will separate from the base. This isn't that big a deal, but is a useful reminder.
• While it's pretty easy these days to print out a sign, you can always put a clean sheet of paper in the DocU-Sleeve and write on the top with a dry-erase marker.
• Using the sign's dry-erase feature…
  • folks can easily write messages to one another and then erase them once read.
  • For easy messaging, attach a marker and/or eraser to the sign with VELCRO

The Convertible Desktop Sign Holder (Extends up to 2 Feet) gives you professional tabletop signage that sets up in seconds and adjusts to the room. Telescoping from low-profile to nearly 24″, it’s perfect for agendas, table numbers, wayfinding, and “Welcome” messages in training rooms, lobbies, and expo booths. Pair with clear sleeves (e.g., DocU-Sleeves) to swap 8.5″ × 11″ signage in a snap.

Includes two poles, each 1-foot length. Use both to extend to 2 feet, just one for 1 foot high, or none at all! Circular 8" diam. metal base is super-stable, and the flexible grip can accommodate the thickness of a DocU-Sleeve or any sign of your own up to 1/8" in thickness.

Recommended for indoor use.

WHY FACILITATORS LOVE IT

• Adjusts on the fly: Set the height for eye-level visibility on tables, counters, or registration desks
• Professional and compact: A clean, minimal profile that looks polished without crowding your tabletop.
• Fast sign changes: Use standard printed sheets; pair with clear DocU-Sleeves to swap messages in seconds.
• Portable & easy: Lightweight design assembles and breaks down quickly for multi-room events.
• Multi-purpose: Ideal for agendas, directional arrows, QR codes, table numbers, food labels, and safety notices.

WHAT’S GREAT FOR

• Training rooms and breakout tables
• Registration, check-in, and help desks
• Conference lounges, cafeterias, and expo counters
• Wayfinding or call-to-action signage with QR codes

SETUP TIPS

• Print your sign on standard paper; slide into a clear sleeve to protect and flatten.
• Place near eye level for readability (raise for busier spaces, lower for close-range viewing).
• Pre-stage multiple sleeves to swap agendas or room directions between sessions.

SPEC HIGHLIGHTS

• Telescoping desktop stand; extends up to ~24″ in height
• Stable base for tabletops, credenzas, or counters
• Works with printed signs (pairs well with clear 8.5″ × 11″ DocU-sleeves)
• Hang signs that are oriented Portrait- or Landscape-style.
• Weighs just over 1 lb.

FAQS

Q: How tall does it get?
A: The stand extends up to approximately 2 feet (about 24″), so you can position signage at eye level on most tables and counters.

Q: What size signs does it work with?
A: Most users print standard 8.5″ × 11″ sheets and place them in a clear sleeve for a crisp, professional look.

Q: Is it easy to transport?
A: Yes. The stand is lightweight and breaks down quickly, making it great for multi-room conferences and recurring trainings.

Q: Can I change signs quickly?
A: Definitely. Pre-load multiple clear sleeves and slide in the one you need—perfect for agendas, schedules, or rotating messages.

Q: Where is it most useful?
A: Registration/check-in, breakout tables, speaker tables, hospitality stations, and anywhere you want polished, portable tabletop signage.

** TIPS **

The floor stands are super convenient because they fold up like tent poles. Also, keep in mind these quick tips:

• If you need to move the sign stand, you'll have to move the base. If it you grab the pole, it will separate from the base. This isn't that big a deal, but is a useful reminder.
• While it's pretty easy these days to print out a sign, you can always put a clean sheet of paper in the DocU-Sleeve and write on the top with a dry-erase marker.
• Using the sign's dry-erase feature…
  • folks can easily write messages to one another and then erase them once read.
  • Velcro a marker and/or eraser to the sign for easy messaging.

WHY FACILITATORS LOVE IT

• Big lessons from a simple challenge: Teams quickly see how assumptions, group dynamics, and communication affect outcomes.
• Memorable metaphor: The floating stick represents how small forces and hidden resistance can derail teamwork if left unaddressed.
• Low prep, high engagement: Set up in seconds, but provides rich material for 15–30 minutes of activity and debrief.
• Professional build: Unlike homemade dowels, this lightweight, finished rod is balanced for consistency and built to last through years of workshops.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Discover how group assumptions can sabotage performance
• Practice clear communication and active listening
• Explore leadership, role clarity, and patience under pressure
• Learn strategies to reset, regroup, and succeed together

HOW TO PLAY

1. Divide into two lines, facing each other, index fingers extended.
2. Balance the Helium Stick® across everyone’s fingers.
3. Challenge: lower the stick to the ground while keeping every finger in contact.
4. Debrief: What made it harder than expected? How did the team adjust to succeed?

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• One professional-grade Helium Stick® (collapsible, lightweight rod). The 10-foot-long Helium Stick folds to 12 inches for easy transportation and assembly.
• Facilitation guide with variations and debriefing questions

BEST USES

• Team-building workshops
• Leadership training
• Onboarding activities
• Conference energizers

PAIR WITH: For variation and comparative debriefs, try TeamWRITER (interdependence & listening) or PuzzleBlind (trust & role clarity). Add game-show energy with Me First wireless buzzers.

FAQS

Q: How is this version different from a homemade dowel?
A: Trainers Warehouse’s Helium Stick® is a finished, lightweight, collapsible rod designed for easy transport and reliable facilitation—no splinters, unwieldy length, or awkward storage.

Q: How long does it take?
A: Expect 5 minutes to set up the activity. A typical attempt takes 10–15 minutes, followed by a debrief. Total time: about 20–30 minutes.

Q: What’s the ideal group size?
A: Best for 8–12 participants per stick. Larger groups can divide into teams with multiple rods.

Q: What do teams learn from this?
A: Key lessons include the importance of communication, alignment, and overcoming group assumptions to achieve a shared goal.

HELIUM STICK TEAM BUILDING FACILITATION TIPS

• Line up in two rows which face each other.
• Introduce the Helium Stick game.
• Ask participants to point their index fingers and hold their arms out.
• Lay the stick down on their fingers. Get the group to adjust their finger heights until the Helium Stick is horizontal and everyone's index fingers are touching the stick. Explain that the challenge is to lower the Helium Stick to the ground.
• The catch: Each person's fingers must be in contact with the Helium Stick at all times. Pinching or grabbing the pole is not allowed - it must rest on top of fingers.
• Reiterate to the group that if anyone's finger is caught not touching the Helium Stick, the task will be restarted. Let the task begin....
• Warning: Particularly in the early stages, the Helium Stick has a habit of mysteriously 'floating' up rather than coming down, causing much laughter. A bit of clever humoring can help - e.g., act surprised and ask what they are doing raising the Helium Stick instead of lowering it! For added drama, jump up and pull it down!

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The stick does not contain helium. The secret is that the collective upwards pressure created by everyone's fingers tends to be greater than the weight of the Helium Stick. As a result, the more a group tries, the more the stick tends to 'float' upwards.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR

As your group begins their challenge in the Helium Stick game, see how individuals react when the rod starts moving in the exactly opposite direction than they intended. What do they do? You may find that players start blaming each other. The more the stick rises, the more they point fingers and accuse one another by asking, “What are YOU doing?”

This observation can lead to an important learning point: that they won't find solutions without shifting from telling to asking and without assuming responsibility for and ownership of the results. For instance, they might ask: Why is this happening to US? What can WE do differently? How can WE come up with another strategy?

SOME HELIUM STICK TEAM BUILDING PROCESSING IDEAS:

• What was the initial reaction of the group?
• How well did the group cope with this challenge?
• What skills did it take to be successful as a group?
• What creative solutions were suggested and how were they received?
• What would an outside observer have seen as the strengths and weaknesses of the group?

NOTE: to download the Helium Stick Facilitation Notes, refresh this webpage (or visit the page in an "incognito window"). Then, enter your info in the pop-up.

COMPARISON CHART

Not sure which team-building activity is right for your group? Trainers Warehouse offers a variety of experiential learning games that build skills in communication, collaboration, adaptability, leadership, and conflict resolution. Use the chart below to compare five of our most popular activities—PuzzleBlind®, Helium Stick®, TeamWRITER®, Shape Up!®, and Team 10®—and choose the one that best fits your training goals, group size, and workshop format.

Don't let stress get the better of you or your students! The foam Chill Pill Stress Toy is a perfect reminder to relax and take a deep breath.

Sometimes just acknowledging stress or talking about its sources helps alleviate the stress. Other times, giving a stress ball a good squeeze can feel therapeutic.

Keep a stress toy on your desk for instant stress relief. Share it with students and colleagues when it's their time to "chill out." Channel nervous energy and pent-up emotions into squeezing, instead of screaming.

The Chill Pill foam stress toy measures 4-1/2" x 1-5/8" and is guaranteed to get a smile.

Encourage accomplishment and risk-taking!

Let your students or co-workers know they're appreciated for the efforts they make and the risks they take to learn and grow.

Includes 10 “Awesome!” cards (3.5"x2"). Attached to each card is a unique gold HIGH FIVE! Lapel Pin, 3/4 in. wide.

Sold in sets of 10 cards/ lapel pins.

High Five Lapel Pins -- 10 PINS IN ONE SET!

Give one of these out to anyone who demonstrates a great achievement, a positive attitude, a major contribution, or who gives someone else a hand. Sparkly gold, metal lapel pins measures 3/4" H x 3/4" W wide, reads "High Five" on the hand.

Everyone likes to receive AND GIVE praise. It makes us feel good!

Give one of these out to anyone who demonstrates a great achievement, a positive attitude, a major contribution, or who gives someone else a hand. Encourage sharing appreciation of others with these unique card/lapel pin combos.

Each 3.5" x 2" card is printed on one side with this motivational message: HIGH FIVE!!

Attached to each card is a beautiful High Five Lapel Pin, a sparkly gold lapel pin that measures 3/4" wide, reads "High Five" on the hand.

Sold in sets of 10 cards/ lapel pins.

Look under your thumb and share! Diversity Thumball is a playful tool for serious discussions.

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, virginity, use or non-use of alcohol, allergies, intellect, depression, and other emotional diseases.

The Diversity Thumball tackles a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. Thumball™ is a soft 6" stuffed vinyl ball that looks like a cool soccer ball and has 32 panels pre-printed with questions suited for adults and teens. Safely toss it around in a group and ask participants to share their reaction to whatever prompt lies under their thumb.

DIVERSITY THUMBALL PROMPTS

Explore the topic of diversity by chatting about these topics:

• Sources of your attitudes towards people unlike yourself
• Experiences in which you felt like an outsider or shared an unpopular idea
• Important aspects of your identity that feel important
• Origins and experiences with prejudice
• Ways to combat discrimination and make others feel included
• Bias based on gender, disabilities, age, race, sexual identity...

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

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

FACILITATION TIP 1: EXPLAIN & SET GOALS

Introduce the activity by explaining: "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, addictions, abstinence, allergies, intellect, depression or other emotional disorders, etc. The goal is to understand each other better and start a dialogue."

FACILITATION TIP 2: SET GROUND RULES

Explain that conversations about diversity and bias can be emotionally charged. The goal is to share our experiences of feeling different or excluded and identify ways to create a more welcoming, diverse and compassionate community. So that everyone can feel safe, have the group set up their own Ground Rules. Here are some that you might want on the list:

• Only one person speaks at a time
• Speak only for yourself; use “I” statements
• No personal attacks – critique ideas, not people
• Agree to disagree; disagree without being disagreeable
• Listen – make sure everyone feels heard and validated
• Be positive and non-judgmental; open to new ideas

FACILITATION TIP 3: IF CONVERSATIONS GET STICKY

Expert diversity facilitators suggest these techniques to ease difficult or emotional situations:

1. Pause the conversation so you can review the ground rules with the group.
2. As the facilitator, share how an experience made you feel.
3. Ask others how an experience made them feel.
4. If two parties disagree, suggest that they switch roles and make the counter argument.
5. Keep a flip chart of difficult topics that can be addressed later.
6. Allow attendees to volunteer their participation as they feel comfortable.
7. Ask others for input on how they have handled similar situations.
8. Be ready to share some of your own personal stories.
9. Take a break. Stop for a while and regroup.
10. Thank participants for sharing their personal stories.

FACILITATION TIP 4: MAKE IT YOUR OWN!

Have a look at all the discussion prompts. If you're not perfectly comfortable with all of them, feel free to pick and choose your favorites and write them onto a Create-Your-Own-Thumball so they suit your needs 100%.

That's what Miguel did and then he wrote to tell us how it went:

“Our government client, who sat and watched our facilitation, was utterly impressed with the kinds of deep conversations the ball prompted. He admitted, ‘I wasn't really sure what you guys were going to do with that ball, and I must say it went pretty darn great'. It's a beautiful training tool. Thank you, again.”

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

MORE RESOURCES

• Tips & Suggestions on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style
• How Deep to Discuss Infographic
• Ground Rules Signs
• Tips for facilitating difficult situations

Set of 24 Reusable Dry-Erase Tent Cards with markers and mini-erasers is the eco-friendly, professional solution for name tents at trainings, workshops, and classrooms. Each sturdy, molded table tent can be written on, again and again—no more wasting paper or printing new signs for every event. Large dry-erase tent cards for conferences are high-quality, two-sided, 4" H x 11" L x 3"D molded plastic whiteboard tents that let groups see names from the front or the back of the room. Their molded construction makes stacking and storage easier than ever. Use them again and again with any dry-erase markers. They clean up instantly and completely! Moreover, participants can be called by their preferred name, not the name that happens to be on your roster!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• 24 reusable dry-erase tent cards (4" H x 11" L x 3"D )
• 12 bold, bullet-tip black dry-erase markers
• 12 mini-erasers (2.5" x 1.25" x .65")
• Durable see-through tote* bag for organized storage and easy transport (12" H x 12" W x 6" D)

KEY FEATURES - SAVE TIME & MONEY!

• Reusable & eco-friendly: write, wipe, and reuse—saves money and reduces paper waste
• Professional look: clean white surface for clear, visible names
• Dry-erase ready: includes markers & erasers sized for quick use
• Portable & organized: tote bag keeps the full set together for hassle-free setup
• Versatile use: ideal for learning events, meetings, classrooms, workshops, conferences, and more
• Create a warm welcome: increase participants' comfort by inviting them to write on their preferred name
• Two-sided: See names from the front and back of the room
• Easy stacking and storage

SPECIFICATIONS

• Quantity: 24 tent cards, 12 markers, 12 mini erasers
• Material: reusable dry-erase surface
• Format: foldable tent card stands upright on desks/tables
• Accessories: tote bag for storage & portability

COMMON USES

• Corporate training sessions & workshops
• Classroom student desk name tents
• Conference and meeting name displays
• Team-building and group activities
• Events, seminars, and professional development programs

FAQS

Q: How do reusable name tents for corporate training compare to paper tent cards?
A: Unlike disposable paper tents, these reusable dry-erase cards save printing costs and reduce waste while looking professional.

Q: Are the markers and erasers included?
A: Yes. Each set comes with 24 fine-tip dry-erase markers and 24 mini erasers for quick, individual use.

Q: How do I clean the tent cards?
A: Wipe with the included mini erasers for quick changes, or use a dry cloth/tissue for a full reset.

Q: Are they durable for repeated use?
A: Yes. The cards are built with a sturdy fold and dry-erase surface designed for training and classroom environments.

Q: What’s included in the tote bag?
A: All 24 tent cards, plus 12 markers, and erasers fit neatly into the bag for easy transport and organized storage.

Q: Is the tote bag imprinted with a logo?
A: *The Tote bag is printed on the front with this text:

"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!"

** TIPS **

Reusable Name Tents don't just save you from printing and folding paper cards, they allow users to write in nicknames, answer questions, or even share a favorite quote. They're great for:

• Executive session name plates – save meeting participants the embarrassment of forgetting a name. Encourage participants to write their nickname on the name tent.
• Icebreaker activities – Instead of just a name or nickname, ask meeting or training participants to draw an icon that represents something important to them. Or, have them share a favorite quote. Even ask them to write down a goal for the day.
• Table signage – No time print out signage? Write something out on a write-on / wipe-off table sign.

MORE RESOURCES

• Explore the Benefits of Name Tents
• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and the Imiportance of Belonging
• The History of Dry-Erase Name Tents and other TW Products

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 100 erasers. Each eraser is 2.5" x 1.25" x .65". For dry-erase markers.

Kudos for Growth Notepads make it easy to recognize effort, persistence, and progress—the hallmarks of a growth mindset. Each 4″ × 6″ pad includes prompts that celebrate learning, resilience, and personal improvement. Use growth mindset recognition notes to give positive feedback to employees, peers, or students, or for self-assessment as individuals reflect on their own growth journey.

WHY FACILITATORS & MANAGERS LOVE THEM

• Reinforce growth mindset: Celebrate effort, progress, and learning from mistakes—not just outcomes.
• Encourage self-reflection: Individuals can use the pads to track challenges, note accomplishments, and acknowledge perseverance.
• Boost morale: Tangible recognition goes further than verbal praise—participants can collect notes as reminders of their progress.
• Versatile use: Perfect for classrooms, team meetings, coaching sessions, and leadership development programs.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 250 notes: 10 notepads per pack; 25-sheet notepads (4″ × 6″)
• Pre-printed prompts focused on growth, effort, and learning
• Space for personalized notes and signatures

WHAT'S LISTED BESIDE THE CHECKBOXES?

KUDOS Green notes are perfect for long-term projects, processes, and learning. They'll help you recognize the effort your group is making and encourage recipients to keep up their good work. Check the box to indicate when someone...

• Take a risk
• Sticks with a problem
• Makes great contributions
• Shows improvement
• Takes time to do things right

WAYS TO USE

• Peer-to-peer recognition: Encourage teammates to acknowledge one another’s perseverance and problem-solving.
• Manager-to-employee feedback: Provide specific, written praise that supports continuous improvement.
• Self-assessment: Prompt learners to reflect on challenges they overcame and skills they developed.
• Training reinforcement: Use at the close of a session to anchor takeaways and highlight growth moments.

BEST USES

• Corporate training & development programs
• Classroom teaching and coaching
• Peer recognition initiatives
• Leadership development and mentoring

FAQS

Q: How are these different from generic notepads?
A: Kudos for Growth Notepads include structured prompts to celebrate growth mindset behaviors—making recognition specific, intentional, and motivational.

Q: Can individuals use them for self-assessment?
A: Yes! The pads are perfect for personal reflection, helping learners note how they’ve stretched, persevered, or improved.

Q: How many notes per pad?
A: Each pad contains 25 sheets.

Q: Who uses them most?
A: Trainers, teachers, managers, HR teams, and coaches who want to promote a culture of growth and continuous learning.

Q: Are they disposable or keepsake items?
A: They’re designed as notes of recognition—many recipients keep them as lasting reminders of their progress and encouragement.

MORE WAYS TO USE KUDOS NOTES!

Kudos notes don't only need to be written by teachers or trainers.

• Trainer Nora Gerber was kind enough to share her facilitation notes with us, explaining how to use them as "task cards," whereby participants can:
  • Learn about positive behaviors
  • Self-assess their own strengths
  • Look for opportunities to grow
• 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.

Sometimes GREAT work happens in small ways. Let people know you've noticed the big and small efforts they make each day to contribute to your organization, promote its mission, and create positivity.

Use carbonless Kudos to give recognition and keep a record of it! Each time you send someone a note of appreciation, you'll have a duplicate to keep in your file -- or pass on to a manager or mentor who might want to know about your hero's achievements. Keep a record of your notes!

Each page is printed with: "I noticed you took our values to heart." Check off the appropriate boxes and include your own "from the heart" message.

Set includes 3 pads; each pad is 3.25" x 5" and has 50 2-part carbonless sets.

Set of 30 Small Reusable Tent Cards with markers and mini erasers offers a durable, space-saving solution for name displays at trainings, classrooms, and events. Unlike foldable name tents, these stackable dry-erase tent cards are molded from sturdy plastic, which means they erase cleanly, stack neatly, and last for years of repeated use. You'll save time printing formal name cards and instead ask participants to write their names on the Space Saver Reusable Name Cards.

The tents make your life easier and increase participant's comfort because they can write in a nickname, and be called by the name they prefer! Molded construction makes stacking and storage easier than ever. Use them again and again with dry-erase markers.

Enjoy so many benefits of space-saving name tents for training rooms:

• Save time
• Re-use tents
• Write on nicknames
• See names from the front and back of the room
• Easy stacking and storage

These two-sided molded plastic whiteboard tents let you see names from the front or the back of the room.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• 30 molded plastic reusable dry-erase tent cards (space-saver size: 3" H x 8.75" L x 2" D)
• 25 bullte-tip black dry-erase markers (2.5" x 1.25" x .65")
• 15 mini erasers
• 1 durable tote bag for organized storage and transport
• (12" H x 12" W x 6" D)

Also available as a set of 24 in a larger size (4" H x 11") -- See #TCLSET

KEY FEATURES

• Molded plastic design: more durable than paper or laminated tents
• Space-saving size: compact footprint makes them ideal for crowded tables and classrooms
• Clean erasing surface: smoother plastic finish resists ghosting and cleans easily
• Stackable storage: cards nest neatly together for easy packing and transport
• Complete kit: includes cards, markers, erasers, and tote bag
• Eco-friendly & reusable: cut down on paper waste and printing costs

COMMON USES

• Space-saving name tents for training rooms and professional workshops
• Classroom student desk tents
• Meetings, conferences, and events
• Team-building activities and group sessions

FAQS

Q: How are these different from regular foldable tent cards?
A: These are molded plastic, not foldable, so they’re sturdier, erase more cleanly, and can be stacked neatly for storage.

Q: Do they erase better than paper-based tents?
A: Yes. The smooth plastic surface erases completely without ghosting, unlike laminated or coated paper.

Q: How do they store between sessions?
A: The molded design allows them to stack flat in the tote bag for compact storage and transport.

Q: Are the markers and erasers included?
A: Yes. Each kit comes with 15 bullet-tip markers and 15 mini erasers, so every participant has their own.

Q: Where are these most useful?
A: They’re perfect for classrooms, corporate training, conferences, and events where reusable, professional-looking name tents are needed.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Quantity: 30 tent cards, 15 markers, 15 mini erasers
• Material: molded plastic with dry-erase surface
• Design: solid stand, stackable for storage
• Accessories: tote bag for portability

View Video Demo!

** TIPS **

Reusable Name Tents don't just save you from printing and folding paper cards, they allow users to write in nick names, answer questions, or even share a favorite quote. They're great for:

• Executive session name plates – save meeting participants the embarrassment of forgetting a name. Encourage them to write their nickname on the name tent.
• Icebreaker activities – Instead of just a name or nickname, ask meeting or training participants to draw an icon that represents something important to them. Or, have them share a favorite quote. Even ask them to write down a goal for the day.
• Table signage – No time print out signage? Write something out on a write-on / wipe-off table sign.

MORE RESOURCES

• Explore the Benefits of Name Tents
• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and the Imiportance of Belonging
• The History of Dry-Erase Name Tents and other TW Products

24 signs to discourage (or invite) distractions!

Need time and space to get stuff done? We know how you feel when you're trying your hardest to get stuff done and people keep coming to visit, ask a question, request help, tell you a story, share an experience, or just chat. We've created these 24 signs to help you say what needs to be said, in a playful tone.

With so many people working from home, use these signs to let the rest of your household know when you are not available - or when you are available!

DeskMate says it, so you don't have to!

The 24 playful yet direct DeskMate signs let you tell people to GO AWAY… nicely. Signs are printed on both sides, so they're visible from the front and the back. And, as a special feature, the back of the book can be written on with a dry-erase marker (not included), allowing you to leave a note about when you expect to return!

Whether you're in training, participating in a webinar, or just trying to get work done, they're perfect.

COME IN
5 signs to signal that you're open and available — to catch up, have an impromptu meeting, or whatever.

I'M BUSY
14 direct, yet friendly, signs to let colleagues know you're concentrating, in the zone, on a lengthy call, or need some peace and quiet.

I'M AWAY
5 signs to let your team know if you'll be away from your desk for a long time or will be back shortly.

Sturdy calendar-style construction, 4" W x 5" H.

Look under your thumb and share your reaction to whatever prompt lies beneath it. Thumball™ is a soft 6" stuffed ball with loads of applications!

The Team Dynamics Thumball looks like a cool soccer ball and has 32 panels pre-printed with cogent phrases suited for adults and teens.

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.

Use Team Dynamics Thumball to stimulate conversation, promote team spirit, and boost flagging energy.



TEAM DYNAMICS THUMBALL PROMPTS

Through a series of conversation prompts, explore how your group is working as a team. For example, discuss...

• Benefits and drawbacks of teaming
• Ways to make others feel heard, show respect, and draw in multiple perspectives
• Systems to improve productivity and minimize duplication of efforts
• Approaches to identify goals, work to completion and celebrate success
• Management of disagreements, problems, and mistakes
• Methods to develop consensus, show support, and motivate each other.

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

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

** TIPS **

FACILITATION Suggestions

EXPLAIN HOW IT WORKS: Someone throws the ball, another catches it and responds to the prompt under their thumb.

FACILITATION TIP 1: SET EXPECTATIONS AND EXPLAIN CLEARLY

In order to achieve greatness, sometimes teams need to take a step back and reflect on their relationships, communication, and their process of working together.

Tailor your Thumball game to meet your needs:

• • Option 1: Have each player respond only to the prompt under their thumb, then toss the ball to another.
  • Option 2: After the first player has responded to their prompt, invite others to share their perspective or discuss ways they could work together more effectively.

FACILITATION TIP 2: SET GROUND RULES

Explain that conversations about team dynamics can become emotionally charged. The goal of the Team Dynamics Thumball activity is to raise important issues and have necessary conversations in a positive environment. So that everyone can feel safe, have the group set up their own Ground Rules.
Here are some that you might want on the list:

• Only one person speaks at a time
• Speak only for yourself; Use “I” statements
• No personal attacks – critique ideas, not people
• Agree to disagree; disagree without being disagreeable
• Listen - make sure everyone feels heard and validated
• Be positive and non-judgmental; open to new ideas

FACILITATION TIP 3: BE PREPARED IF CONVERSATIONS GET STICKY

• Expert facilitators suggest these techniques to ease difficult or emotional situations:
• Pause the conversation so you can review the ground rules with the group.
• Redirect negative comments; ask “what can we do differently?”
• Focus on changes that can positively affect the team.
• If two parties disagree, suggest that they switch roles and make the counter argument.
• Keep a flip chart of difficult topics that can be addressed later.
• Be ready to share some of your own experiences.
• Take a break. Stop for awhile and regroup.
• Thank participants for sharing their personal stories.

MORE RESOURCES

• Tips & Suggestions on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style
• How Deep to Discuss Infographic

Gyrobi™ -- The fidget toy that twists, spins and rotates!

We know that when our "floating attention” is dedicated to a mindless task, the rest of our attention can focus better on meetings, training sessions or phone calls. Good fidget toys are quiet, look good to the eye and feel good in your hands. Gyrobi is a spinner toy that provides both!

You can hold it comfortably and spin the colorful plastic rings in fascinating ways with the touch of a finger. Gyrobi brings together the science of gyroscopes and the pleasure of absent-minded fidgeting.

Each Gyrobi is 3-3/4" diam., sold as individual units.

Comes in 2 color schemes, packed randomly.




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!

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

Loopeez™ is the perfect mindless "fiddle" -- easy to manipulate without much physical or mental effort. Endlessly flip the colored plastic pieces around and around the dual axes of the rings. The colored curved pieces are molded to fit perfectly in one hand or two. And it's quiet, so it won't distract the learner or others in close proximity.

You won't believe how satisfying this feels in your hand!

3.5" long x 2" wide, when lying flat. Beads come in assorted colors (packed randomly). For smaller hands, try Loopeez Jr.

SEE LOOPEEZ IN ACTION

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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!

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

A team challenge for innovation and prototyping!

The Marshmallow Challenge is a remarkably fun and instructive design exercise that encourages teams to experience simple but profound lessons in collaboration, innovation and creativity.

If you need to kickstart a meeting, get a team into a creative frame of mind, or simply want to encourage your organization to think about what it takes to dramatically increase innovation, invest 45 minutes to run a marshmallow challenge.

This broadly circulated team building experience was recently popularized by Tom Wujec, who presented a TED Talk on the subject. The Marshmallow Challenge is to build the tallest possible free-standing structure, which will support one marshmallow on the top, using only 20 sticks of spaghetti, one yard of tape and one yard of string -- in exactly 18 minutes!

ALL IN ONE CONVENIENT KIT

We've assembled all the parts into one convenient kit!

• bag of marshmallows
• box of spaghetti
• roll of masking tape
• roll of cotton twine
• tape measure
• 5 scissors
• 5 paper lunch bags
• Facilitation Notes for how to run the exercise
• 1 see-through vinyl tote to carry it all!

Surprising lessons emerge when you compare teams' performance. Who tends to do the worst? Why? Who tends to do the best? Why? What improves performance? What kills it?

The Marshmallow Challenge team building game is among the fastest and most powerful techniques for improving a team's capacity to generate fresh ideas, build rapport and incorporate prototyping -- all of which lie at the heart of effective innovation.

No more excuses! Make it a habit to thank someone every day!

Don't wait for an anniversary or performance review to give positive feedback. Use these clever and colorful sticky notes liberally to boost your team's spirits, recognize large or small contributions, and inspire continued effort. These MIni Kudos Sticky Notes offer a variety of fun ways to recognize your students' or colleagues' efforts.

The messages are pre-printed -- all you have to do is add your name, and then STICK IT UP on their computer monitors, doors, windows, lunchboxes, to bring a smile to their day. Simple and effective!

12 pads, 3 each 4 different styles. 25 notes/pad. Each pad is 2.25" square.

Desktop toys help people relax, stay focused during long meetings, and think creatively. Our desk fidgets come in an elegant, clear box, so that it will look neat and professional on your desktop while they tempt your colleagues and office mates.

You can always share with your colleagues or simply keep them to yourself. Because different moods call for different tactile experiences, the Desktop Fiddle Set has a nice varied assortment for all situations and emergencies. They also make fantastic rewards for employees or students.

FEATURES

• 8 favorite fidget toys (a.k.a. fiddles)
• Substitutions may occur.
• Conveniently packed in a sturdy, clear plastic storage bo
• Box measures: 3-5/8" x 3-5/8" x 5-1/4"

These desktop toys really do enrich the "sensory diet" of your learners. Our fidgets may look like toys to the untrained eye, but they’re truly serious learning tools. Kinesthetic learners will focus better and absorb information quicker if they have something to do with their hands.

From balls and squeezies to finger fidgets and more, we make it easy for you to purchase fiddle sets in bulk so you can share with the whole office or class. Before checking out, be sure to browse all our desktop Toys & Fidgets and our Happy at Work collection for more fun items that encourage an engaging environment. Experience the power of desk fidgets!

View Free Facilitation Notes for using Fiddles in the Classroom!

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

Recognize when employees and colleagues "walk the talk" when it comes to organizational values. Recognition for matching or exceeding corporate values and goals will lift their spirits and inspire continued effort.

Make sure your team exemplifies your organizational values and mission, by recognizing when they do!

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.

MORE WAYS TO USE KUDOS NOTES!

Kudos notes don't only need to be written by teachers or trainers. Trainer Nora Gerber was kind enough to share her facilitation notes with us, explaining how to use them as "task cards," whereby participants can:

• Learn about positive behaviors
• Self-assess their own strengths
• Look for opportunities to grow

The Mayo Jar is a powerful lesson in time management that we've made easy to do yourself in your classroom. Includes all you need -- except the beer!

The Parable

As the story goes A professor stands before his philosophy class with an empty jar, fills it to the top with golf balls and asks if its full. The group says "yes."

Yet he still manages to fill the jar with more stuff -- first pebbles, then sand, even a beer or two!

The golf balls represent the important things–your family, your children, your health, your friends, your favorite passions–things that if everything else was lost and only they remained, your life would still be full.

The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job, your house, your car.

The sand is everything else; the small stuff.

If you put the sand into the jar first, there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life. If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff, you will never have room for the things that are important to you.

The Jar Activity

Set up: Divide the group into teams. Give each team a smaller jar (not provided) and an assortment of materials: golf balls, rocks, stones, gravel, sand, or anything else of your choosing. Be sure each group has exactly the same amounts of materials so you can determine which group was able to fit the most into their jar.

Explain: Challenge groups to fill their jar with as much of their materials possible.

Contents

Plastic Mayo jar is 7" tall, 5" diam. Includes pebbles, sand and golf balls, packed separately. Comes in a convenient see-through vinyl drawstring storage bag for convenient transport.

Weight is 7.5 lbs.

Look under your thumb and share your reaction to whatever prompt lies under your thumb. Thumball is a soft 6" diameter stuffed ball with loads of applications!

Toolbox Talks are informal safety meetings that address workplace hazards and safe work practices. They help promote an organizational culture that is healthy, safe, and supportive. Intended to supplement safety training, not replace it, Toolbox Talks can help kick off safety initiatives and identify areas to improve workplace safety.

The Toolbox Talks (Safety) Thumball looks like a cool soccer ball and has 32 panels pre-printed with cogent phrases suited for adults in the workplace. Use it to stimulate conversation, promote team spirit, and boost flagging energy.

TOOLBOX TALKS (SAFETY) THUMBALL PROMPTS

Prompts explore a variety of workplace safety topics:

• Actions to take if/when things go bad
• Dealing with bullying and harassment
• Addressing substance abuse
• Opportunities to improve employee wellness at work and home
• Ways to make the workplace safer, including protocols, rules, support
• Effect of personal decisions on others
• Rules and hazards that could be revised
• ...and more!

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

** TIPS **

FACILITATION SUGGESTIONS

Frame the discussion: Explain that the goal is to create a "safer" environment (physically and emotionally), to reduce the probability of injury, and to raise organizational awareness of safety issues. The point is to raise awareness and not to point fingers.

Options:

Intended to supplement safety training, not replace it, the Toolbox Talks Thumball can help kick off safety initiatives and identify areas to improve workplace safety.

* Discuss similarities or differences in replies.
* Have everyone respond to the same prompt.
* Toss the ba!! and pick a single topic on which to focus your weekly safety meeting.

Be prepared: Toolbox Talks are likely to raise questions about proper safety checklists or "correct" techniques for first aid, fire prevention, CPR, etc. Several websites provide such information sheets with ready answers pertaining to a variety of work situations:

Favorites include: * cpwr.com * safetytoolboxtopics.com * ehs.harvard.edu

Take notes for follow-up: While this is a discussion-starter tool, it may surface organizational issues or uncover gaps in knowledge about recommended safety protocols. Keep a list of follow-up actions that are identified during discussions.

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

MORE RESOURCES

• Tips & Suggestions on Facilitating Thumball Experiences
• How Deep to Discuss
• 7 Tips to formulate great questions
• More tools for great conversations
• Discover Your Thumball Style
• How Deep to Discuss Infographic