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Q: What comes in the box?

The neatly packed boxed set includes 12 reusable dry-erase tent cards.

Q: Are they easy to clean?

Yes. Simply wipe them off with a dry cloth or tissue.

Token of Appreciation - Heart, card & tokens

Token of Appreciation - Heart tokens only, front and back, says "Doing good because you could"

Token of Appreciation - HEART Token & Card (10/set)

Show your appreciation, just because...

$19.95

Token of Appreciation with puzzle piece cutout

Token of Appreciation with puzzle piece cutout - 10 of each

Token of Appreciation - PUZZLE Token (10/set)

Show your appreciation for a teammate

$13.95

Token of Appreciation - Essential Piece Card & Token

Token of Appreciation - token with puzzle piece cutout, says "You're essential to our team"

Token of Appreciation - PUZZLE Token & Card (10/set)

Show appreciation for a teammate

$19.95

Token of Appreciation with sun cutout; it says "You're a Superstar" on the back

Token of Appreciation - Star Token (Set of 10)

Token of Appreciation - Star Token (10/set)

A token for a superstar in your midst

$13.95

Token of Appreciation with Star Card and token set

Token of Appreciation with Star cutout, says "you're a superstar" on the back

Token of Appreciation - Star Token & Card (10/set)

A token for a superstar in your midst

$19.95

Token of Appreciation with sun cutout; it says "You Shine so Bright" on the back

Token of Appreciation - Sun Token (Set of 10)

Token of Appreciation - Sun Token (10/set)

For someone who's brightened your day

$13.95

Token of Appreciation with Card and token with sun cutout; saying "You Shine so Bright" on the back

Token of Appreciation with sun cutout; saying "You Shine so Bright" on the back

Token of Appreciation - Sun Token & Card (10/set)

Tell someone they've brightened your day

$19.95

Token of Appreciation Super-Set - 5 different cards and 5 tokens

Token of Appreciation - heart token and card

Tokens and Card set (5 different sets)

5 great Tokens of Appreciation

$99.75

Mentoring and Coaching Thumball Alternative Image

Developing Coaches & Mentors Thumball

Improve the skills of your Coaches and Mentors

$32.95

The Developing Mentors & Coaches Thumball takes players through a playful activity that explores their personality and preferences on a range of topics. It's a creative way to get to know each other a bit better.

Many are called upon to coach or mentor a colleague, friend, or “newbie,” with little understanding of what effective coaching and mentoring look like. The task of developing others and helping them grow can be critical to organizational success. It can also be richly fulfilling and energizing to the coach or mentor.

This developmental Thumball focuses on improving the skills of coaches and mentors themselves, not the individuals they seek to help. The 31 prompts on the ball will help them better understand their role, the benefits of helping others grow, and effective coaching/mentoring techniques at their disposal.

It's easy to play! Catch the ball, look under your thumb, and share your reaction to the prompt.Thumballs look like soccer balls but are are soft and safe for indoor use at work, school, and home.

MENTORING AND COACHING THUMBALL PROMPTS

This ball is designed to help build the skill of new and seasoned coaches and mentors. Understandably, the roles and techniques used by coaches and mentors differ, as you will likely discuss when facilitating this activity. Nonetheless, the skills needed to help others grow, the self-awareness required to be good at it, and the challenges faced when coaching and mentoring others are similar and complementary. As such, players are encouraged to adapt the prompts to their specific role and needs.

FACILITATION TIPS

Explain the goal. To become better mentors and/or coaches. Explain that the ball has questions for both roles and the player can adapt their question and answer to their needs.
Don’t rush. Appreciate that some may not be able to give quick answers; others might want to take some time to discuss their thoughts.
Give players a “pass.” If a player finds a prompt particularly difficult, invite them to take a PASS, ASK A FRIEND, or TOSS AGAIN.

A VARIETY OF GAME FORMATS

Have everyone reply to the same prompt.
Toss the ball from player to player, so each participant can reply to a different prompt.
Take a deep dive and have players jot their own answer before discussing the topic with a partner or small group.
Add-in other Thumballs for more variety.

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

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

Discovering Styles Thumball

What's Your Style?

$32.95

The Discovering Styles Thumball takes players through an activity that explores their work and management styles. It's a creative way to get to know each other a bit better. Thumballs look like soccer balls but are soft and safe for indoor use at work, school, and home. Catch the ball, look under your thumb, and share your reaction to the prompt.

ADAPTABLE FOR YOUR FAVORITE STYLE ASSESSMENT

With so many personality-type tools out there (DiSC, DISC, Meyers Briggs, Real Colors, True Colors, What’s your Style, etc.), this tool focuses on personality characteristics in general. It can be used with any of these common frameworks, to deepen learning while having some fun. Help players understand different styles, grow familiar with new terminology, practice categorizing qualities and characteristics as personality types, and consider how to draw out the benefits of each.

In fact, the ball was made silver and white so that it can align with ANY COLOR-TYPE FRAMEWORK!

EXPLORE A RANGE OF QUALITIES

You'll find personality qualities that correlate with a variety of "types"

DECISIVE, COMPETITIVE, PERSISTENT, ASSERTIVE, GOAL-ORIENTED, EXTRAVERTED
CHARISMATIC, OPTIMISTIC, PURSUASIVE, AFFABLE, INVENTIVE, TALKATIVE
RELIABLE, STEADY, EMPATHETIC, COOPERATIVE, FRIENDLY, INTROVERTED
DATA-DRIVEN, ANALYTICAL, FUTURISTIC, ORGANIZED, OBJECTIVE, THOROUGH
CREATIVE, RESILIENT, SWIFT, VISIONARY, JUGGLER

FACILITATION SUGGESTIONS

Download a slide deck from our recent Show and Share event for more facilitation notes

Set up the experience by explaining that “similarity bias” is an unconscious bias that causes us to show preference for people who are like us. However, teams with a broad spectrum of perspectives and characteristics have been shown to outperform more homogeneous groups. By using the Profiles and Styles Thumball, you hope to expand the group’s understanding of different personality characteristics and types. Together you’ll explore how individuals with different qualities can intersect, balance each other, and improve team performance.

GAME 1: FOCUS ON ONE SINGLE QUESTION

Choose one question for players to answer when they catch the ball and look at the quality under their thumb. For instance, you might have them answer:

How could you use this quality in a positive way?
How can you support or encourage this quality?
How can you best work with someone with this quality?
Why is this quality important to our organization?
Which of our personality type(s)/styles encompasses this quality?
In what situations might this quality/characteristic be most effective?
What happens if this quality is exaggerated…
How might someone with this quality manage conflict?

GAME 2: ROUND ROBIN

In each round of play, answer a different question regarding the qualities on the Thumball. i.e.

Round 1: “Catch the ball, look under your thumb, read the prompt aloud and answer: How could this quality be used in a positive way?”
Round 2: “Catch the ball, look under your thumb, read the prompt aloud and answer: What happens if this quality is exaggerated…”

GAME 3: TEAM PLAY

Line up 2 teams opposite each other. The receiving team will catch the ball, read the QUALITY (the word in all caps) and quiz the other team on any one of these:

A description or example of what that quality might look like at work.
With which style “type(s)” might the quality be associated (i.e. “dominant”; “intuitive”; “spirited,” etc.) NOTE: the “type” should correspond with the specific assessment tool the facilitator has introduced.
A colleague/teammate or famous person who is strong in this style

GAME 4: STYLE PAIRS

Look under both thumbs and consider how those two qualities might interact. Answer:

How might those characteristics balance or complement each other?
What challenges might arise when these two qualities merge?

FACILITATOR SUGGESTIONS

Our customer, CPTD-certified Kimberly Robinson, shared these facilitation notes:

For the first activity, I gave these instructions:

- Person #1 (Person holding the ball): Looks at where their thumb is placed. Shares the quality and description on the ball.
- Person #2 (to the right): Gives an example of what that quality might look like at work.
- Person #3 (next person): Identifies with which style type this quality might be associated (Drive, Influence, Support, Clarity).
- Person #4 (final person): Identifies a colleague/teammate (or famous person) who is strong in this style.
- Bonus: If someone else is strong in this style, speak up, so others know about another one of your gifts!

For the Style Pairs activity, after each person caught the ball and shared the qualities, the answered both questions:

- How might those characteristics balance or complement each other?
- What challenges might arise when these two qualities merge?

©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.

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Reusable Dry-Erase Name Tents & Erasers, 12/boxed set

Reusable Dry-Erase Name Tents 12/set)

Never Forget A Name! 12-set includes erasers

$44.95

The Trainers Warehouse one-of-a-kind Reusable Dry-Erase Name Tents – Boxed Set of 12 help facilitators avoid the awkwardness of forgetting names while leading a group. Each dry-erase tent card makes it easy for participants to display their name throughout the session. When using the two-sided employee name tents for training sessions, facilitators and fellow participants can see names from both sides. Even better, the cards double as interactive tools for meeting and learning activities—invite learners to write answers, draw pictures, or vote on questions, and then hold up their tents to poll the group.

Check out our quantity discounts! Also available in a smaller space-saving size (3" H x 8.75") -- See #TCLBM10.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

12 reusable dry-erase tent cards (4" H x 11" L x 3"D)
Compact storage box for easy transport and safekeeping

KEY FEATURES OF CLASSROOM NAME TENTS FOR TEACHERS AND FACILITATORS

Never forget a name: professional, reusable name tents ensure facilitators always know participants by name
Interactive learning: use tents for polling, quick answers, drawings, and group activities
Reusable & eco-friendly: write, wipe, and reuse for every training session—no need to reprint
Professional look: clean white surface with clear visibility across the room
Convenient size: boxed set of 12 is ideal for breakout groups or smaller workshops
Complete kit: markers and erasers included for each card
Molded construction: Stacking and storage are easier than ever.
No ghosting! Use tents again and again with dry-erase markers (SOLD SEPARATELY).

COMMON USES

Corporate training sessions & workshops
Classrooms & student desk tents
Meetings & breakout groups
Interactive activities, polling, and brainstorming

FAQS

Q: How are these different from disposable tent cards?
A: Unlike paper tents, these dry-erase tents can be wiped clean and reused for countless sessions, saving money and time.

Q: What comes in the box?
A: The neatly-packed boxed set includes 12 reusable dry-erase tent cards.

Q: How do facilitators use them beyond names?
A: Ask participants to jot down answers, draw a symbol representing and interest or learning point, or respond to a question—then hold up their tent to share with the group. It’s a quick way to check understanding and boost engagement.

Q: Are they easy to clean?
A: Yes. Simply wipe the off with a dry cloth or tissue.

Q: Who benefits most from these?
A: Trainers, facilitators, teachers, and anyone running workshops, classes, or meetings where both name recognition and engagement matter.

Save time printing formal name cards. Instead, ask participants to write their names on the Original Reuasable Name Card -- LARGE two-sided dry-erasable name tents. 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! So many benefits to Reusable Dry-Erase Name Tents.

** 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.

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Traxx Fidget Toy

Traxx for Fingers

$4.95

TRAXX™: YOUR GO-TO FIDGET TOOL FOR ENDLESS FOCUS

Looking for a new way to stay focused and calm? Meet Traxx™ — a colorful, palm-sized fidget toy that's designed to keep your hands busy and your mind clear! Made with four “tracks” linked end-to-end, Traxx twists, turns, and bends effortlessly, offering endless ways to fidget, spin, and pivot through your fingertips. Inspired by rugged tanks and snowmobiles, Traxx delivers a satisfyingly smooth, flexible feel you won’t want to put down. [NOTE: PATENT PENDING]

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

Bright & Bold: Each Traxx comes in a vibrant swirl of two colors — Flame (Orange/Yellow) or Sky (Dark Blue/Light Blue). Colors are picked randomly for your order, making every shipment a fun surprise! (Note: Product images may not match stock exactly, but they’ll always be vibrant and eye-catching.)
Smooth & Soothing: The silky texture is perfect for hours of fidgeting and stress relief.
Quiet: As you spin and flex the tracks, you won't hear much of anything. Feel confident that this fidget won't distract others.
Endless Movement: Thanks to the smart design, the chain of beads flexes along one axis and swivels along the other, rotating a full 360 degrees for non-stop, mesmerizing motion.

WHY FIDGET?

Many people wonder if fidget toys cause more distraction than focus. In fact, the opposite is true! Fidgeting engages your "floating attention" — the natural, restless awareness our ancestors relied on to survive — allowing your brain to better concentrate on what's important today. Whether you have ADD/ADHD, consider yourself a kinesthetic learner, or just tend to fidget, Traxx can help you stay focused, absorb information better, and feel calmer during meetings, study sessions, or long workdays.

5 BENFITS OF FIDGETING WITH TRAXX™

Boosts focus and concentration
Helps manage stress and anxiety
Enhances memory and retention
Encourages creativity and problem-solving
Provides a calming, sensory-friendly outlet for restless energy

Take a spin with Traxx — and power up your focus in style!

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Tridget Fidget Toy

Try a Tridget when you Fidget

$4.95

MEET TRIDGET™ YOUR NEW FAVORITE FIDGET TOOL

Looking for a fun way to stay focused? Say hello to the Tridget™ — a colorful, palm-sized fidget toy that's designed to keep your hands busy and your mind sharp! With three peanut-shaped pieces that pivot smoothly around a central pin, Tridget spins and twists effortlessly through your fingers, creating a satisfying, mesmerizing experience you won’t want to put down. [NOTE * PATENT PENDING.]

WHY YOU'LL LOVE TRIDGET

Bright & Playful: Each Tridget comes in a vibrant swirl of two colors — Ocean (Blue/Aqua) or Lemon/Lime (Green/Yellow). Colors are picked at random for a fun surprise with every order! (Heads up: Product images might not match exactly what's in stock, but they’re always eye-catching!)
Smooth & Soothing: The silky-smooth texture feels great against your skin, offering a calming sensation even after hours of fidgeting.
Quietly Captivating: As you spin, the gentle clacking sound provides just the right amount of sensory feedback without distracting your neighbors or coworkers.

WHY FIDGET?

Worried that fidget toys might cause more distraction than focus? You’re not alone. But in reality, countless users swear by the power of fidgeting. Fidget toys like Tridget help channel restless energy, creating a more relaxed, playful atmosphere whether you're at work, in class, or in a workshop. They occupy what scientists call "floating attention" — the restless, background awareness that once helped early humans survive — freeing up your brain to better focus on the task at hand.

Research shows that purposeful movement can actually improve memory, concentration, and creativity. Fidgeting can also help reduce anxiety and stress, making it easier to stay calm and engaged during long meetings or study sessions. For individuals with ADD, ADHD, or sensory processing needs, a fidget tool can be an essential way to self-regulate and maximize learning potential.

Whether you’re a kinesthetic learner, a natural fidgeter, or just someone who loves a good sensory experience, Tridget is a simple yet powerful tool to help you stay sharp, focused, and relaxed.

Give Tridget a Try!

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Shaped By Our Past Card Deck

Shaped by our Past Card Deck

$12.24

Stress Management Card Deck

Play a Game, Manage Your Stress

$12.24

Meeting Zest Card Deck

Make Meeting Fun Again

$12.24

One of a Kind Fiddle Set

A bundle of 2 each of our ten favorite exclusive fiddles

$49.95

One-of-a-Kind Fiddle Set offers a curated mix of 20 unique, hard-to-find fidget tools designed to boost focus, engagement, and stress relief. Unlike standard fidget packs, these are carefully selected quiet, non-distracting tools—perfect for trainers, teachers, HR teams, and facilitators who want to surprise participants and support kinesthetic learners in classrooms, workshops, or corporate training sessions.

WHY FACILITATORS LOVE IT

Truly unique: Each set contains unusual, hard-to-find fidgets that participants have likely never seen before.
Boosts focus & engagement: Helps reduce anxiety, channel nervous energy, and keep learners present.
Quiet & non-distracting: All tools are hand-picked to ensure they’re appropriate for professional learning environments.
Supports kinesthetic learners: Transforms learning into a physical as well as mental experience, improving retention.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

A curated collection of unique, assorted fidget tools
Reusable mesh storage bag for easy transport
Each set varies slightly—ensuring a surprise mix every time

BEST USES

Corporate training and team-building workshops
Classroom activities and student engagement
Office desks and remote work setups to reduce stress
Icebreakers, energizers, or recognition gifts
Participant giveaways and take-home reminders of training

PRODUCT QUALITY

Durable, long-lasting construction for repeated use
Quiet, non-distracting designs suitable for groups
Safe materials and trainer-tested selection

WHAT’S INCLUDED? -TWO EACH OF EVERY FIDGET TOOL!

We've bundled ten of our favorite Trainers Exclusive fiddles to save you over 40% than if they were purchased separately! You'll get 20 fiddles at a great price and will get 2 each of the following fiddles:

Gyrobi - The spinning fidget toy that twists, spins and rotates! Each Gyrobi is 3-3/4" diameter
Gyrobi Squared - Gyrobi's square cousin. Each Gyrobi is 3.5" square
Helix - Bright marbled colors, quiet action and mindless "fiddle-ability" make this the perfect fidget toy. The nine smooth beads circle the central axis of the Helix with ease!
Swingos - The 3 rings are seamlessly attached to each other, and rotate around each other in surprising and various ways. Grip the rings, or slip a finger in any of them, and swing away with abandon. Each ring is approximately 2" diameter and when fully stretched, the Swingo is about 5".
Loopeez - 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. You won't believe how satisfying this feels in your hand! 3.5" long x 2" wide, when lying flat.
Loopeez Jr. - Loopeez little sibling comes in a compact smaller size for smaller hands. 2.5" long x 1" wide, when lying flat.
Clusterz - Designed to look like the nucleus of an atom, Clusterz hard plastic "proton" and "neutron" beads move around a center axis.
Flexygon - A colorful endlessly flexible hexaflexagon-shaped fidget toy - is Trainers Warehouse latest patented finger fidget toy.
Traxx - With four “tracks” linked end-to-end, Traxx twists, turns, and bends effortlessly, offering endless ways to fidget, spin, and pivot through your fingertips.
Tridget - A colorful, palm-sized fidget toy that's designed to keep your hands busy and your mind sharp! With three peanut-shaped pieces that pivot smoothly around a central pin.

PLUS+++ The One of a Kind Fiddle set is packed in a clear plastic bag for easy transport

FAQS

Q: How is this different from other fidget sets?
A: This set is curated with unusual tools that aren’t found in standard assortments, making it more memorable for participants.

Q: Are the tools quiet enough for training or classrooms?
A: Yes. Trainers Warehouse carefully selects fidgets that are quiet, non-distracting, and appropriate for professional environments.

Q: Can participants take them home?
A: Absolutely. Many facilitators give them as keepsakes to reinforce learning long after the session ends.

Q: Who benefits most from these?
A: Trainers, facilitators, teachers, HR teams, and anyone who wants to improve focus, relieve stress, or support kinesthetic learners.

Q: Does each set contain the same tools?
A: For the most part, yes. However, occasionally substitutions may occur.

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 or the Boardroom!

Intros & Icebreakers Worth their Time

Mini Course: Starting off with a bang!

$395.00

Sparking Communication and Relationships at Work

Mini Course: Sparking Communication, Relationships, and Trust

$395.00

Using Brain Science to Boost Learning

Mini Course: Brain Science to Boost Learning

$395.00

In this highly interactive session, participants will explore how to design, develop, and deliver training that is not only engaging, but also strategically aligned with business outcomes. Grounded in six powerful, research-based brain-science principles-movement, writing, talking, images, variety, and brevity-this session offers a hands-on approach to enhancing learner retention and performance.

Participants will experience each principle firsthand and discover how these techniques can be intentionally embedded at every stage of the learning cycle:

Creating Connections - Build relevance and engagement from the start
Delivering Content - Communicate key messages clearly and memorably
Concrete Practice - Reinforce new skills through active application
Conclusions & Closers - Solidify learning and inspire transfer to the workplace

By the end of the session, participants will leave with:

A toolkit of active learning techniques to energize any training session
A clearer understanding of when and how to apply these techniques for maximum impact
Increased confidence in designing experiences that produce measurable results Experience Bowman's award-winning Training from the Back of the Room techniques and transform your sessions into dynamic, brain-friendly learning events that make learning stick!

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Identify the six brain-science principles to maximize learning
Learn 20+ techniques to make your own training more active and memorable
Gain facilitation tips to draw out shy learners
Plus, network and share best practices with other trainers

WHAT TO EXPECT

We practice what we preach! Expect a session that is:

CUSTOMIZED: Each session is tailored to the needs of the group
INTERACTIVE- engaging, participator, brain friendly, and active
ONLINE: Sessions are delivered online (unless in the Boston area)
PLATFORM: Sessions are typically delivered on Zoom
TIME: 45-minutes (give or take). If you need a 30- or 60-minute session, we will adapt to your needs

To learn more or schedule a session, click here: https://calendly.com/susan-trainerswarehouse/30min

UNZIP-it! Set Conversation Starters

Get groups talking with conversation cards

$134.65

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

The Emotional Intelligence UNZIP-it!™ Set puts almost 150 content-rich discussion prompts at your fingertips.

Emotional Intelligence is the capability of individuals to recognize their own emotions and those of others, discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior, and manage and/or adjust emotions to adapt to environments or achieve one's goal(s).

We've specifically chosen this set card decks with more than 150 discussion topics to stimulate conversations around Emotional Intelligence. Choose a card that will help stir up simple conversation or develop deeper understanding about the world around you.

These six thematic decks make it easy to talk about meaningful topics in a fun and casual way. You'll be able to:

Find COMMON GROUND with others in your group -- The Common Ground Deck prompts help players discover shared experiences and interests. As you try to generate conversation to build new friendships and relationships, a key challenge is finding "common ground." This ball offers a fun way to uncover these commonalities.
Open your group up to more meaningful sharing with SESSION OPENERS -- The Session Openers Deck is a great way to set the groundwork for deeper conversations. It was developed to help groups scratch below the surface and explore motivations, goals, and what makes you tick.
GET TO KNOW friends, family or colleagues a little better -- The Getting to Know You Deck asks probing questions that get to your phobias, wishes, and favorite moments. For individuals who know each other pretty well already, it's an excellent way to dig a little deeper and learn something more!
With the DIVERSITY Deck, tackle a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. We live in a diverse world. Some differences are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges and age. Others may not be visually apparent but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, use or non-use of alcohol, allergies, intellect, depression and other emotional diseases.
The FAVORITES Deck prompts are specially selected to help your groups explore one another's favorite people, places, things, experiences, preferences, and more. Talking about favorites is a delightful way to get conversations going and build relationships.
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EQ) Deck helps develop your teams’ EQ by facilitating conversations that help participants grow more aware of their motivations, measure their reactions to difficult situations, and hone techniques to manage those emotions.

Pocket: 8” x 6”
Cards: 3.5” x 2.5”

What Makes You You Conversation Prompts 1

What Makes You YOU? Conversation Deck

Discuss what makes you unique

$12.24

Just for Fun Thumball Set

6 playful Thumballs for Energy & Engagement!

$197.40

Just for Fun Thumball® Set is your go-to for energizing training sessions, breaking tension, and bringing out laughter. With 6 soft, tossable balls filled with fun prompts—favorites, "Would you rather?", “Which are you & why?”, and more—this set is perfect for warming up audiences, re-energizing after breaks, or injecting personality into virtual or in-person workshops. These brain-friendly Thumballs seamlessly integrate science-backed learning principles to maximize retention, energy, and connection.

HOW THESE THUMBALLS ENHANCE LEARNING

Stay ACTIVE – Physical movement increases blood flow to the brain, enhancing focus and cognitive function.
Boost ENDORPHINS – Laughter and fun reduce stress, improve memory, and promote learning.
Strengthen RELATIONSHIPS – Creating a safe and welcoming environment allows for deeper conversations and learning.
Encourage BREAKS – Strategic pauses help learners better retain key information.
Drive PARTICIPATION – Engaging activities activate multiple areas of the brain, making learning stick!

WHY FACILITATORS LOVE IT

Instant energy boost: Laughter and simple fun lift mood and engagement.
Low risk, high camaraderie: Prompts are light and inclusive—great for mixed groups.
Warm-up stage-set: Ideal icebreaker, middle-of-day energizer, or transition tool.
Mix & matchup: Works alone or paired with more serious themes (EQ, Diversity) to balance tone.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

These 6" stuffed vinyl balls looks like a cool soccer ball but is pre-printed with 32 questions/discussion prompts. This set is suited for adults and teens alike! Following are more details about each of the popular Silver Series Thumballs in the Team Development set:

Favorites: Share favorite place, preferences, pastimes, and more.
Would you Rather?: Playfully explore personality and preferences by choosing between too likely options.
What Makes You YOU?: Discover fascinating facts that make each person unique.
Shaped by Our Past: Discuss the experiences from your past that shape who you are today.
Energy Break: Keep their blood flowing with prompts that inspire physical movement, meditation, and mental exercise?
Which are you and Why?: Identify where you fall on a variety of spectrums.

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

WHEN TO USE

Introductions and icebreakers in new teams
After lunch or breaks to refuel energy
Virtual meeting warm-ups to shift tone
Team building days to create shared laughter and connection

COMPARE THUMBALL® SETS

If you’re deciding between Thumball® sets, here’s how Just for Fun compares with others:

Set	Number of Balls	Key Themes
Team Development	6	Team dynamics, leadership, stress, workplace ethics
Getting Acquainted	6	Icebreakers, introductions, common ground
EQ (Emotional Intelligence)	6	Self-awareness, empathy, resilience
Sessions	3	Openers, closers, reviews
Diversity & DEI	3	Diversity, inclusion, belonging
Just for Fun	6	Laughs, favorites, “Would you rather?”, energy
Wellness	6	Stress, resilience, joy, healthy change

FAQS

Q: What makes this set different from other Thumball® sets?
A: The Just for Fun set focuses purely on enjoyment and energy—it’s not about deep reflection or serious topics. Use this when you want participants to laugh, loosen up, energize groups, and connect lightly.

Q: How many people can use one set?
A: Ideal for groups of 4+; works well in both small groups and larger audiences via circle tosses or breakout sets.

Q: When’s the best time to use it?
A: Right at session start, after breaks, or any moment when energy dips and you want to revive engagement.

Q: Can I mix it with more serious sets?
A: Definitely! Many facilitators alternate Just for Fun with EQ, Diversity, or Getting Acquainted sets to balance tone and learning depth.

Q: How durable is the set?
A: Each ball is made with soft material and stitched panels, built to withstand repeated use in training, virtual or in-person settings.

Emotional Intelligence Conversation Deck

$19.95

Start talking about topics that matter with the Emotional Intelligence Conversation Deck.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE CONVERSATION PROMPTS

Emotional Intelligence is a skill that allows people to be more effective in their roles at work and at home. It’s not just touchy-feely stuff and being able to name your feelings. Rather, it enhances employee retention and engagement, customer service, collaboration, and crisis management.

5 SKILLS OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Emotional Intelligence (a.k.a. EQ) is associated with five skills. Develop your teams’ EQ by facilitating conversations that help participants grow more aware of their motivations, measure their reactions to difficult situations, and hone techniques to manage those emotions in empathy and social acumen. The five skills are:

Self-Awareness [SA]
Motivation [MO]
Self-Regulation [SR]
Empathy [EM]
Social Skills [SS]

On each card, below the conversation starter question, you'll see the EQ skill that the question addresses or develops.

PLAYING WITH CONVERSATION DECKS

Pairs of 2 or 3

To play, deal a card to each participant. Have participants stand, find a partner, and discuss the questions on each of their cards. When their conversation has run its course, invite them to swap cards and hold their arm in the air, indicating to other players that they're ready to find a new partner. Repeat this process as time allows.

Table Talks

If your group isn't too big or you want to build camaraderie at a table, have each person in the group choose a card and answer the question. If you have enough time, ask each speaker a couple of follow-up questions. Alternatively, have others at the table answer those same questions for themselves. Then, swap cards, or pick new cards from the top of the deck.

1-2-4-All

Expert Trainer, Nora Gerber, shares facilitation notes on using the 1-2-4-All approach with the Emotional Intelligence UNZIP-IT! Deck. Tips include:

Writing a note-to-self
Pairing up to discuss stories of different experiences
Huddling in groups - to discuss each of the four skills in more depth:

1. Self-Awareness [SA
2. Motivation [MO]
3. Self-Regulation [SR]
4. Empathy [EM]
5. Social Skills [SS]

Returning to the big group to explore opportunities for individual and group development.

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Emotional Intelligence Thumball

Great Conversations to Build Emotional Intelligence

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Emotional Intelligence is a skill that allows people to be more effective in their roles at work and at home. It’s not just touchy-feely stuff and being able to name your feelings. Rather, it enhances employee retention and engagement, customer service, collaboration, and crisis management.

5 SKILLS OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Emotional Intelligence (a.k.a. EQ) is associated with five skills. Develop your teams’ EQ by facilitating conversations that help participants grow more aware of their motivations, measure their reactions to difficult situations, and hone techniques to manage those emotions in empathy and social acumen. The five skills are:

Self-Awareness [SA]
Motivation [MO]
Self-Regulation [SR]
Empathy [EM]
Social Skills [SS]

EQ THUMBALL PROMPTS

Each conversation prompt on the Emotional Intelligence Thumball indicates the skill with which it is associated. Use the two-letter EQ skill codes (MO, SA, SR, EM, and SS), to build awareness of the skills, while building the skills themselves!

For example:

"What contributes to distrust?" is followed by [EM] for Empathy
"How could someone regain composure after snapping?" lists [SR] for Self-Regulation
"What holds you back from being your best YOU?" has [SA] for Self-Awareness

30 prompts are listed on the Thumball, specifically:

Self-Awareness [SA] - 7 prompts
Motivation [MO] - 5 prompts
Self-Regulation [SR] - 5 prompts
Empathy [EM] - 6 prompts
Social Skills [SS] - 7 prompts

FROM A DELIGHTED TRAINER, WINSOME CULLEY

MULTIPLE WAYS TO FACILITATE THE GAME

Adjust your play to make more or less of those skill areas:

Have recipients of the ball read the question aloud before answering.
Ask other players to guess which skill is referenced by conversation prompt.
Discuss why that prompt is categorized that way and what other skills might be addressed
Answer the question for yourself
Have other players answer the same question
Discuss differences among the answers
If a player isn't sure how to answer, invite them "take a pass," consult a colleague, or choose another prompt
Don't rush! Remember that thoughtful answers sometimes take a moment to think about. Offer to come back to the person for their answer after they've had time to consider it.

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In addition to Silver Series Thumballs, Trainers Warehouse offers a range of other products to help build relationships, draw out learning, and inspire conversation about meaningful topics. Such products include Conversation Cards and UNZIP-IT Decks. Some facilitators prefer decks because they enable players to have small group conversation with 1 or 2 other participants before sharing with a larger group of players.

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