What is the Who’s First Game Buzzer used for?

The Who’s First Game Buzzer is a facilitator tool that lets participants “buzz in” quickly during quizzes, review games, and knowledge checks. It helps add energy, speed, and friendly competition to training sessions and meetings.

How do you use the Who’s First buzzer in a training session?

Ask a question, have individuals or teams buzz in to answer, then award points for correct responses. It works well for review games, reinforcement activities, and quick knowledge checks.

Is the Who’s First Game Buzzer good for teams or individuals?

Yes. You can use it with individuals competing head-to-head or with teams (each team chooses a representative to buzz in).

What types of activities work best with the buzzer?

It’s commonly used for trivia, Jeopardy-style review games, rapid-fire Q&A, scenario questions, and recap activities at the end of training.

Does the buzzer work for in-person training only?

It’s designed for in-person sessions, but it can also be used in hybrid settings if the in-room participants are buzzing in and the facilitator is managing remote participation separately.

How many people can play at once?

The buzzer works well for small groups and large groups. For larger groups, participants typically play in teams so the activity stays fast and inclusive.

What skills does a buzzer game reinforce?

Buzzer games reinforce recall, listening, speed of decision-making, and confidence when responding under time pressure. They’re also useful for reviewing key concepts and improving engagement.

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UNZiP-it! Remote w/ Closers Prompts

Close your learning day with UNZiP-it!™ conversation prompts

$9.95

UNZiP-it! Remote w/ What Makes you YOU Prompts

UNZiP-it!™ and share with firiends the key perspectives that make you YOU.

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UNZiP-it! Remote w/ Be A Leader Prompts

UNZiP-it!™ and start talking about Leadership Qualities and Skills

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UNZiP-it! Remote w/ Shaped by our Past Prompts

UNZiP-it!™ and chat about the Past Experiences that shaped you

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UNZiP-it! Remote w/ Workplace Ethics Prompts

UNZiP-it!™ and start talking Workplace Ethics, Rights, and Wrongs!

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UNZiP-it! Remote w/ Team Dynamics Prompts

UNZiP-it!™ and start talking about your TEAM DYNAMICS

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UNZiP-it! Remote w/ Meeting Zest Prompts

UNZiP-it!™ and start making your meetings amazing!

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Zin Oblelisk Online

A mathematical team challenge - now for online meetings

$24.95

ZIN OBELISK GAME

This challenging mathematical puzzle is made even more complex, by using made-up words in the fictitious, ancient city of Atlantis, where a solid, rectangular obelisk -called a zin - was built in honor of the goddess Tina. The structure took less than two weeks to complete and the group's task is to determine the day of the week on which the obelisk was completed.

To play, each participant receives 1-5 clues, which can only be shared verbally. Together, teams must figure out the day the Obelisk was completed. Success requires organization, leadership, coordination, listening, problem solving, and processing skills. Most groups require 15-25 minutes to arrive at a solution.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Have clearly defined goals
Collaborate! Work together
Share the leadership
Share knowledge-on complex tasks, one person rarely has all the answers
Listen to each other
Clearly articulate ideas
Manage ambiguity through discussion
Make sure everyone has a common understanding of terminology

USES FOR Zin Obelisk - Use this mathematical team challenge to:

Make discussions more productive
Enhance problem solving skills
Increase clarity of communications
Discover productive team behaviors
Foster participation and involvement
Improve awareness of others
Improve listening skills and questioning techniques

Enhance a variety of training and development initiatives:

Communication and Listening Skills
Problem-Solving
Team Building
Leadership Development
Cooperation
EQ & El Skills

TIME: 30-60 mins for Introduction, Gama Play, Debrief, and Closure.

PARTICIPANTS: 5-8 players per team; multiple teams can play against each other.

Working remotely? Email a few clues to each player and try to sort it out over the phone--maybe with a shared online whiteboard! After all clear phone communication is more important now than ever!

** TIPS **

Feel free to adapt the full facilitation notes included as a booklet in the card deck to the needs of your group and your material:

Display the instructions on an overhead, flip chart, or whiteboard. Or, give a printed copy to each team.
Keep notes during the exercise so you can refer to them during the debrief.
If the group did not discuss their process during the activity, share a handout explaining the definitions and differences between Task-Related and Process-Related discussions.
Record "learning points" on a flip-chart for follow-up and future reference.

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Meeting Zest Thumball

Add some zest to team meetings -- in person or online!

$24.24

The Meeting Zest Thumball provides perfect questions for any meeting, which will build camaraderie, ease tension, foster development of collegial relationships and surface hot topics. On this Thumball, you'll find three types of questions - those that focus on "me," "we," and "me & we."

Me - Share highs and lows, ah-ha moments, mood boosters, favorite activities, and more
We - Consider workplace norms you love and hate, plus opportunities to improve meetings, communications, and processes
Me & We - Discuss individuals roles within the organization, what's working, and what causes stress

©Trainers Warehouse 2023

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

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

HOW IT WORKS

Someone throws the ball, another catches it and responds to the prompt under their thumb.

FACILITATION TIP 1

EXPLAIN....
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:
Option1: 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

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.

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Deskmate School Edition

17 fun ways to help your student learn at home

~~$14.95~~ $5.00

DeskMate Student/School Edition has playful signs that send important messages with ease!

DeskMate is a perfect accessory for classroom teachers and students. The assortment of 17 signs offers ultimate flexibility to send the perfect message when you need it.

FEATURES 17 SCHOOL APPROPRIATE SIGNS

GREAT FOR TEACHERS DESKS: Choose a sign that lets your group know what subject they should be working on.

GREAT FOR LEARNERS: Let visitors know what you're doing.

Signs include:

Subject Specific signs: STEM, Social Studies, Language Arts, Math...
Group Work signs
I'm Focusing signs
Quiet Please signs
How Am I Doing signs: hungry, frustrated, taking a break...

GREAT FOR REMOTE LEARNING: Learning from home is hard enough. We know how your students feel when they're trying hard to focus on school or homework, and people keep bugging them. They're noisy or nosy, or both! They come in without knocking. They want to chat or ask a question. Students want to be nice, but they really have to focus on school work. DeskMate Student's 17 signs will let your home learners playfully tell people what they're up to, so they know if it's okay to interrupt or not. The signs say it, so they don't have to!

A VARIETY OF SIGNS FOR ANY OCCASION

With so many students learning remotely, use these signs to let the rest of your household know when you are not available - or when you are:

IN CLASS 1-8
8 signs to show you're in a class, working on a specific subject, or in a group meeting.

NEED QUIET 9-12
4 signs to request quiet time for tests, homework, reading, or other stuff requiring concentration.

S'UP 13-17
5 signs to let people know how you're feeling, how you're doing, or what you need.

DeskMate Student is the newest edition of our popular DeskMate Flip Sign series designed for students who are learning from home. A perfect gift, still compact at 5” x 7”, Deskmate Student is more than 50% larger than our classic Deskmate Product (Code #CLTDDM), so you can be sure that everyone will "get the message"! 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 (Product Code #DEMNN not included), allowing you to create a personal note.

Answer Board, Marker, Eraser

Make participation easy! See who's learning what and who's not getting it!

$5.00

Answer Board, Marker & Eraser (Quick Response Paddle) is the original individual dry-erase board—introduced by Trainers Warehouse over 25 years ago. Built with high-quality, ghost-resistant dry-erase surfaces, these durable boards outperform flimsy imitations. Compact (6″ × 7.75″), handheld, and two-sided, each paddle includes its own felt eraser and bullet-tip marker, making them the professional choice for trainers, teachers, and facilitators who need reliable response tools session after session.

WHY FACILITATORS TRUST TRAINERS WAREHOUSE

See who's learning what… and who's not getting it with Quick Response Boards, plus marker and eraser! Encourage participation by having participants write an answer on their quick response whiteboard paddles. They are a huge hit with students and educators, as EVERY individual gets to write an answer, cast a vote, ask questions, and offer opinions, not just the fastest ones to raise a hand or shout it out.

Proven innovation: Trainers Warehouse pioneered the first response paddles more than 25 years ago, setting the standard for interactive learning tools.
Superior build: Premium dry-erase material prevents ghosting and withstands years of use—unlike thin, low-grade imports.
Inclusive participation: Every participant writes and reveals answers simultaneously, ensuring all voices are seen.
Fast feedback: Instant comprehension checks, votes, or polls—no Wi-Fi or batteries required.
Convenient storage: Handle includes a peg hole for easy hanging and organized classroom or training room use.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Durable two-sided dry-erase paddle (6″ × 7.75″)
Bullet-tip dry-erase marker
Mini felt eraser

HANDS-ON LEARNING WITH QUICK RESPONSE BOARDS FOR CLASSROOMS

True/false, multiple-choice, and quick-poll responses
Comprehension checks during workshops or meetings
Silent feedback, ranking, or prioritization activities
Complement to buzzer systems or digital polling

WHY THESE BOARDS STAND OUT

Trainers Warehouse boards are built to last. Unlike budget alternatives that warp, stain, or ghost after just a few uses, these boards feature superior materials that maintain a clean writing surface over time. As the first company to introduce response paddles more than two decades ago, Trainers Warehouse has perfected the design to balance durability, ease of use, and professional presentation.

FEATURES

Includes everything you need: whiteboard paddle, bullet-tip dry-erase marker, and a mini felt eraser
Extremely sturdy and durable
2-sided: write on both sides of the personal dry-erase mini-boards
Minimal to no ghosting: the high-quality surface is almost* immune to ghosting. * if you leave marker on for a long time, you might need to treat it with a cleaning solution, but it cleans up perfectly!
Handle Holes - the holes at the base of the handle make it easy to store these on a long peg
Ample space for writing: 6" x 7.75"

SEE THEM IN ACTION

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** TIPS **

When you simply call on the first person to raise their hand, other participants quickly lose interest. The great thing about these two-sided dry-erase mini boards is that they encourage everyone to come up with an answer. Consider these tips to maximize use of your Quick Answer Boards:

Give participants enought time to think of their answer and write it down.
Get people energized and engaged by use the "stand-pair-share" activities and exercises.
Use Quick Response Answer Boards to break the ice. For example, ask each person to jot down a goal, concern, or favorite quote. Or, make it more interactive by having everyone write down where they live, and then find the person who lives the farthest away or closest to them.
Create common experiences for live and remote learners, when they all use the same tools.
Play games and entertain kids on long car rides. [If your car rides are anything like mine, the eldest starts blurting out answers to any challenge question we pose to our younger kids. Whiteboard Paddles make Q&A games much more fun!

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We’re confident you’re going to love using these dry-erase mini boards. Explore all of our accessories for response boards for more innovative, effective, and fun learning solutions. These whiteboard paddles boards pair well with game buzzers, game wheels, and other game show items. Place your bulk order today.

UNZIP It Pocket Only

Load the UNZiP-IT Pocket with your favorite prompts and start talking!

$14.95

UNZIP-it! with Favorites Conversation Card Deck

UNZIP-it! with Favorites Conversation Deck

UNZIP-it!™ and start talking about how to Get Happy at Work!

$29.95

Trainers EXCHANGE - theme selection screen

Trainers EXCHANGE - Annual Subscription

1000s of online conversation starters!

$399.95

Create your own icebreaker or conversation game. Choose from 1000+ discussion prompts to get people talking about topics that matter. Use Trainers EXCHANGE to break the ice, dive into deeper subject-specific topics, energize the group mid-day, debrief your game, or close out the day. Play or online!

Use the 1000s of conversation starters for online meetings, webinars, presentations, team meetings and more.

FEATURES

Pick from over 30 themes -- Getting To Know You, Team Building, Diversity, Ethics, Session Openers, Closers, Personal Growth... (see full list below)
Choose conversation prompts, famous quotations, meeting closers, jokes, energizers and tons more!
Select all the prompts from a theme or only a handful
Search by keyword or category
Shuffle up to 6 themes
Favorite your most-liked themes
See which themes are most popular

Whether you are face-to-face or connecting virtually, meaningful conversations are critical to building strong relationships and developing trust. Conversation Prompts, Quotes, Energizers, and all the content you’ll find in the Exchange are designed to help groups get relaxed or energized, so they can open up and have meaningful conversations.

HOW TRAINERS EXCHANGE WORKS

Each theme has 30+ prompts. Subject matter experts helped develop all topic-specific prompts to ensure their suitability for team development.

Select your favorite themes or choose specific prompts within a theme. You can select content from up to 6 themes.
Once you’ve chosen the themes and your preferred prompts, Click “LET’S PLAY.” This will bring you to your game page.
Players can pick a specific theme or choose “SURPRISE ME.” Either way, they will immediately find a randomly generated prompts drawn from your selected themes.
From the prompt, you will always have the option to pick another prompt from the same theme (NEW PROMPT), choose NEW THEME, or select SURPRISE ME to get a random prompt from your pre-selected shuffle.

TRY TRAINERS EXCHANGE NOW!

WATCH A BRIEF OVERVIEW

Themes include:

Shaped by Our Past	Discuss past experiences. Understand what makes your group tick
Getting to Know You	Probing questions about phobias, wishes and favorite moments
Session Openers	Questions about goals, motivations, and aspirations
Favorites	Share all your favorites – pastimes, places, preferences and more
What Makes You YOU?	Discover fascinating facts about one another
Common Ground	Identify experiences and interests that you share with others
Which are You and Why?	Discuss where you fall on a variety of fun spectrums
If You Were a…	Describe yourself using an analogy
Building Bridges	Dive into the dynamics of building trust
Diversity	Understand bias & explore issue of inclusion
Team Dynamics	See what enhances or undermines team success
Get Happy at Work	Emphasize the positive (goals, achievements…)
Be a Leader	Identify leadership strengths and opportunities
Stress Management	Discover causes of stress and ways to manage it
Workplace Ethics	Learn what inhibits people from doing what’s right
Customer Service	Share best methods for responding to customer complaints.
Sales	Discuss best ways to handle objections and close sales
Safety Toolbox Talks	Explore topics of workplace safety
Onward & Upward	Focus on resilience and change
Coaching	GROW by discussing Goals, Reality, Options and Ways Forward
Meeting Zest	Improve camaraderie and meeting effectiveness
Energy Break	Keep the blood flowing during long meetings
Team debriefs	Debrief a learning day or team activity
Memory Keepers	Hone in on key learning points
Next Steps	Articulate important take-aways and follow-up
Cheers 'n Chats	Recognize accomplishments and feel good
Attitude & Motivation	Famous quotations to inspire and motivate
Growth & Learning	Thoughtful quotes to promote growth and development
Leadership and Teams	Words of wisdom for leaders and team performance
Shake it Up	Mind & body challenges to relax, energize and refresh
Communication	Home in on communication DOs and DON’Ts.

WATCH A SHOW & SHARE ZOOM TO SEE IT IN ACTION

Who's First? V8 Wireless Game Buzzer System Light Tower & Pads

Who's First? V8 Wireless Game Buzzer System Light Tower & Pads with Bag

Who's First?® v3 Wireless Game Buzzer System

Make competitive games fun with Who's First? buzzers!!

~~$369.95~~ $309.95

WHO'S FIRST?® V3 WIRELESS GAME BUZZER SYSTEM – QUIZ GAMES WITH NO ARGUMENTS

Want to know instantly who buzzed in first—without guessing or arguing?
The Who's First?® v3 Wireless Game Buzzer System is a game show buzzer system with light tower that shows first and second responders with bright lights and optional sound—perfect for trivia, workshops, classrooms, and training sessions.

WHY CHOOSE WHO'S FIRST?

Eliminates disputes about who answered first
Keeps group activities fast-paced and engaging
Wireless buzzers for training are ideal for trainers, teachers, or hosts to maintain flow and focus on content
Enhances excitement with light tower and buzzer feedback

HOW IT WORKS

Participants tap one of 6 color-coded wireless pads.
The light tower flashes for the first responder and shows solid light for the second.
Optional buzzer sound lets you tailor the atmosphere.

This system responds within hundredths of a second—so you focus on content, not conflicts.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

6 color-coded wireless touch pads for teams or individuals
Light tower with LED indicators (flashing & solid)
Built-in randomizer for selecting participants
Rechargeable tower, no cords needed during use
Easy-access battery compartments (no screws!)
Block out players from ringing in too soon (press and hold reset button on light tower)
USB port with Gameshow Pro software compatibility
80-foot wireless range—great for large rooms

AUDIENCE BENEFITS

Trainers & facilitators – keep sessions lively and fair
Teachers – add excitement without chaos during classroom reviews
Corporate groups – energize virtual/in-person team-builders

FAQ

Q: Does the game show buzzer system with light tower require software?
A: No, it works standalone—but you can plug into Gameshow Pro via USB if desired.

Q: How far can the players be?
A: Effective up to 80 feet—perfect for classrooms and meeting rooms.

Q: Is it loud?
A: There's an optional buzzer sound—turn it off for quieter, professional settings.

MAKE EVERY QUIZ FAIR AND FUN

The Who's First?® v3 system combines fairness, fun, and smooth facilitation in one wireless game-show tool. Whether in training, teaching, or team-building—let expertise shine, not arguments.

Order the Who's First?® v3 today and make your next quiz or activity unmistakably fair and engaging!

TAKE THE GUESSWORK OUT OF WHO ANSWERED FIRST! Who's First?® Wireless Game Buzzer System is a stand-alone "buzz-in" game show buzzer system that will add excitement and real time technology to any fast-action Q&A game. The system identifies first and second place respondents with snazzy lights, audible buzzer sound (which can be turned off, if desired), and 6 color-coded touch pads that announce who came in first -- and second!

ENJOY COMPETITION WITHOUT DISPUTES!

Who's First? Wireless Game Buzzer System w/ Light Tower & USB port & Randomizer is a favorite of teachers and trainers worldwide! Add gameshow excitement to your classroom or meeting with this snazzy, updated model of our popular Who's First? 6-TEAM classroom gameshow light and buzzer system!

RELY ON WHO'S FIRST! FOR YOUR GAME ANSWER BUZZERS

6 Team Buttons are large enough to cater to team play and foster camaraderie.
1st responder flashes; 2nd responder show solid
Light Tower measures 19" H (Base measures approximately 3" x 6" diameter) and weighs just 3 lbs.

The Random Team Selection function lets you randomly choose who gets to answer next, rather than asking for for participants to buzz in.

SEE IT IN ACTION

INCLUDES:

1 main tower with 6 colored lights
6 wireless colored touch pads (3.5" dia. x 1" h)(3AAA batteries included in each touch pad)
1 wireless reset touch pad
Backpack Carry Case
AC adapter to recharge internal battery - use 5-volt adapter
USB cable

Click here for easy to use operating instructions...

International customers, please note: The system uses 5 volts DC. The adapter included in the package can be used worldwide, Input 100 - 240V.

Here's what people are saying about this "Trainers Exclusive":

"... I just wanted to write and tell you -- what an AWESOME, well made, easy to use product. I will use this with my students and during training sessions with the staff. I love the storage bag that came with it has a home for everything. This was a well thought out product and I can't wait to put it to use!" --Ryan from Hampstead Central School

"For 10 years we have been playing a Jeopardy-style game as a review for one of our classes, and it has always been a challenge (and sometimes source of great controversy) to figure out which team was first to answer the question. We've tried raising hands and other types of buzzers, but the teams that weren't chosen frequently argued that the judge just didn't see them, or that their buzzer sounded a split second before the other team's. It was stressful for the instructors who were leading the activity and distracted the students from the review as they got all wound up about whether the other team was unfairly getting more chances to answer questions. This takes all the subjectivity out of it. The flashing light is up there for everybody to see. It's just what we needed to get the focus off the process and onto the content. Makes the instructors happier too, since they don't have to make any more controversial judgment calls." --WV Catherder from Harpers Ferry

Explore more reviews of Trainers Warehouse Game Answer Buzzers

SHOW & SHARE: ZOOM DEMO, plus Q&A

** TIPS **

STAND-ALONE BUZZER: If you don't have time for a long Jeopardy-like game, you can also put together a quick 5-10 question quiz and keep score the old -fashioned way, on a chalk board or whiteboard.

SOFTWARE INTERFACE: If you want to check the software interface, plug in the USB cable from the light tower to your computer. Then open any sort of word document. When you tap one of the colored buttons, you should see it type a number 1-2-3-4-5-6. If no number appears, we might have a connectivity issue.

BATTERY CHECK: Be sure to test your buzzer before any event. If the unit is not working, it's always good to check the power and/or the batteries in the touch pads.

Compli-Mints

A great way to say, “Nice Job,” “Well Done,” or “You Rock!”

$2.24

Reusable Name Tent Card - Small, (10/set)

Reusable Name Tent Card - Box Top and Front

Reusable Tent Card (Space Saver - 10/set)

Save time and paper with environmentally-friendly, reusable tent cards!

$36.95

Raucous Rope Games

Ridiculously fun rope games for teams

$29.95

Use the six Raucous Rope Team Building Games to develop group coordination, creativity, communication, planning, and leadership skills. Whether your storming, forming, norming, or performing, you'll find a perfect game to develop your teams' skills.

TEAM BUILDING ROPE GAME FEATURES

3 pre-cut lengths of rope to use in a variety of teambuilding exercises and activities
Robust faciliation notes to build a variety of teaming skills:
- Communication and Listening games
- Leadership and team coordination games
- Planning and process improvement games
- Creativity and solution development games

SIX VERSATILE ROPE GAMES

One Liners - Players must form the rope into a “perfect” shape with one line of rope and no overlapping lengths of rope.
Group Knot - The group’s challenge is to untie all the knots without anyone letting go of the rope and without repositioning their hand on the rope.
Photo Finish Line - Everyone in the group must cross the finish line at EXACTLY the same time. They have only 5 tries to succeed in 15 minutes.
Jumping the River - The goal in this game is to get as many team members across the river as possible, without “getting wet.”
‘Round the Clock - Create a circle on the ground, have all players stand on the rope, so that the sides of their feet are touching those of the people next to them and instruct them to move to another position on the "clock"
Moving the Box - Create the shape of a square using a long stretch of rope and place an object in the center of the square and instruct the group that their goal is to retrieve the object without anyone touching the ground inside the square.
AND MORE - we'll email notes for an additional handful of games and exercises to build teams and debrief learning activities.

Raucous Rope Team Building Games come with a complete set of game facilitation and debrief notes and 100 feet of rope: 1 60-foot length and 2 20-foot segments offer maximum flexibility for all sorts of games.

Tokens of Appreciation Cards Only - stack

Tokens of Appreciation Cards stacked on desk

Tokens of Appreciation Cards Only - NEW (100/set)

Share appreciation of one and all!

$19.95

Clusterz® Fiddle Toy

A Cluster of Fidget Fun

$4.50

Meet Clusterz®, Trainers Warehouse exclusive finger fidget toy. We designed Clusterz to look like the nucleus of an atom, the hard plastic "proton" and "neutron" beads that move around a center axis. But don't let our sciency description dissuade you. We fell in love with this stress relief fidget toy because it's small and transforms in your palm as you give it a squeeze. The bead clusters are connected with elastic so they always return to their original configuration. While this fidget toy is pretty handsome looking, it isn't too distracting, making it ideal as a classroom fidget toy. Clusterz also fits comfortably in a pocket, in case you want to hide your fidget addiction or be more inconspicuous about your fidgeting.

FEATURES:

Colorful - each Clusterz will include 3 colors. We mix and match the primarly colors into 4 stock patterns (Blue/Green/Yellow * Red/Green/Yellow * Red/Blue/Green * Red/Blue/Yellow), then pick them at random when shipped. [NOTE: Images may not indicate the color we have in stock.]
Tiny size - Approximately 1.5" these are perfect for small hands and inconspicuous use
Gentle Sound - The hard plastic beads provide a quiet and soothing clacking noise. If you're looking for silence, you might need to choose a different option. But, when tested in standard classrooms and meeting rooms, sound made by Clusterz was found to be acceptable.

Are you concerned that fidget toys will cause more harm than good? That they'll actually cause more distraction? You're not alone. However, many workshop and meeting attendees swear by them. They say, "OMG, with fidget toys we just had our best meeting ever!" Office fidget toys are found to create a more playful and relaxed environment, thereby reducing stress. They also use up "floating attention" -- the wandering attention that likely kept us alive in prehistoric times. Nowadays, learners who have ADD/ADHD, are naturally fidgety, or consider themselves kinesthetic learners find that fidget toys allow them to remain focused for longer periods of time and absorb new material more quickly!

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Flexygon®

Endlessly Flexible Finger Fidget

$4.95

Flexygon® - a colorful endlessly flexible hexaflexagon-shaped fidget toy - is Trainers Warehouse latest exclusive finger fidget toy. We designed Flexygon to fit in the palm of your hand and to roll endlessly through your fingertips. With a hole in the middle and creases at each section of the firm silicon hexaflexagon, you can endlessly roll Flexygon inside and out. The colorful swirl pattern adds to the mesmerizing look of the fidget. (PATENT #1,073,956)

FLEXYGON FEATURES:

Colorful - Each Flexygon comes in a swirl pattern of 2 colors (Blue/Yellow and Red/Yellow). We pick and ship the colors randomly for your order. [NOTE: Images may not indicate the color we have in stock.]
Silent - The flexible silicon is very quiet to support inconspicuous fidgeting
Smooth - Its smooth texture provides a soothing feel for even the roughest of hands

Typical Flexahexagons or Hexaflexagons or whatever you call 'em, are flimsy, folded, origami constructions, made of paper. But, Flexygon is a durable version of the familiar origami shape.

Patent Pending

SEE IT IN ACTION!

FIDGET TO FOCUS

Are you concerned that fidget toys will cause more harm than good? That they'll actually cause more distraction? You're not alone. However, many workshop and meeting attendees swear by them. They say, "OMG, with fidget toys we just had our best meeting ever!" Office fidget toys are found to create a more playful and relaxed environment, thereby reducing stress. They also use up "floating attention" -- the wandering attention that likely kept us alive in prehistoric times. Nowadays, learners who have ADD/ADHD, are naturally fidgety, or consider themselves kinesthetic learners find that fidget toys allow them to remain focused for longer periods of time and absorb new material more quickly!

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TeamWRITER

Collaborative writing game to build teams

$45.95

TeamWRITER® is a patented, collaborative team-building game that gets groups communicating, problem-solving, and laughing together. Teams assemble the device, attach strings to the TeamWRITER “gizmo,” then work together to guide a single pen and produce legible writing or simple drawings.

WHAT IT BUILDS

Communication & listening: groups must coordinate hand tension and verbal cues
Problem-solving: agree on what to write, then figure out how to do it together
Role clarity & leadership: natural roles emerge (caller, steady hands, strategist)
Psychological safety: low-risk, high-fun activity that levels the playing field

HOW IT WORKS

Assemble the TeamWRITER and connect the strings to the central holder.
Choose a word, phrase, picture, or logo to write.
Coordinate pulls and slack on the strings to steer the pen together.
Debrief: What helped or hindered clarity, trust, and execution?

Patented design: TeamWRITER is protected under US Patent D1,037,355 S. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

WHEN TO USE

Kickoffs and icebreakers for new or cross-functional teams
Workshops on collaboration, communication, or Agile teamwork
Leadership retreats and off-sites as a fast, hands-on challenge

AUDIENCE

TeamWriter is best played with 4 to 10 participants

WHAT'S INCLUDED

TeamWRITER device (string-guided writing “gizmo”)
- 2 guide plates to hold the player ropes
- 1 stem that holds the guide plates and marker in place
- 10 light-weight ropes
- 1 Sharpie brand marker. NOTE: the marker holder is sized to hold a Sharpie(TM) brand marker. If using a different marker, you may need to wrap some duct tape around the barrel of the marker for a snug fit. You will also need to secure a large sheet of paper (flip chart paper works great) or cardboard to the ground.
Bag to hold the game parts
Setup and usage instructions
Facitlitation notes containing game ideas and tips

FACILITATION TIPS

Encourage groups to "start small" (initials, simple shapes) before attempting words or logos
Assign roles: navigator (caller), timekeeper, and quality checker
Run two rounds: first without strategy, second with agreed signals—then compare outcomes

FAQS

Q: What exactly do participants do?
A: Teams connect strings to the central holder and collectively steer a pen to write or draw, using coordinated pulls and clear communication.

Q: How long does the exercise take?
A: Many facilitators play the whole game in about 20-30 minutes. Depending on the complexity of the challenge, expect 5-10 minutes to ASSEMBLE the device and DRAW, and 10-25 minutes to DEBREIEF.

Q: What makes TeamWRITER different?
A: This activity requires genuine interdependence and collaboration—no one person can “win” alone—so listening becomes the only path to success.

TeamWriter® is a patented, easy-to-use, collaborative team-building game. Fit the pieces together, connect a set of strings to the TeamWriter gismo, and work as a team to write something that's actually legible. (PAT. US D1,037,355 S )

SUPER FUN CHALLENGES

Facilitators can easily adapt this game to a myriad of applications. For instance, you could have groups:

Write the answer to topical question
Draw an icon that represents a key learning point
Write out a meaningful question or phrase

Once the group figures out WHAT they will write, the next challenge is HOW they will do it. Together they'll have to coordinate:

Where is the top of the page?
Into which holes should they connect the strings for maximum control?
Who will be the group leader?
How will you communicate effectively and listen to each other respectfully?

To add difficulty, facilitators can limit the time available to complete the task, limit communication to non-verbal cues only, or blindfold one more players.

SEE IT IN ACTION!

DEVELOP A BROAD RANGE OF TEAM BUILDING SKILLS

The TeamWriter exercise is excellent whether your team is forming, storming, norming or performing! Adapt the dynamic team building activity to any of these important team development goals:

Improve team dynamics
Solve challenging problems together
Break the Ice
Improve Communication
Build Trust
Develop strong leadership

Patent No.: US D1,037,355 S

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.

Activity	Ideal Group Size	Core Skills Developed	Time Required	Key Dynamic	Best For
PuzzleBlind®	4–8 players per puzzle (parallel teams for larger groups)	Communication, trust, listening, coaching, conflict resolution	~30–40 minutes (play + debrief)	Builders are blindfolded, coaches give verbal instructions	Leadership training, conflict resolution, communication workshops
Helium Stick®	8–12 participants per stick	Communication, alignment, group focus, patience	~20–30 minutes (setup + play + debrief)	Teams must lower a lightweight rod without it rising up	Quick energizer, communication warm-up, leadership retreats
TeamWRITER®	6–12 participants (expandable with multiple pens/strings)	Collaboration, interdependence, coordination, listening	~20–30 minutes (assembly + play + debrief)	Teams collectively pull strings to guide a pen and write/draw	Collaboration workshops, leadership development, trust building
Shape Up!®	Small teams of 4–6 per set (multiple sets scale up)	Problem-solving, communication, collaboration,	~20-30 minutes (multiple rounds + debrief)	Players must figure out which of their pieces is a duplicate	Problem-solving workshops, collaboration training, communication skill-building
Team 10®	Groups of 4–8 players	Adaptability, resilience, dealing with disruption, collaborative planning	~20–30 minutes (play + debrief)	Teams search for 10 matching cards until a “Scramble” card forces to begin again	Change management workshops, adaptability training, and teamwork energizer

Kudos Notes - Assorted Set

Remember to say "Thanks" or "Good Job!"

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Buy an assortment of all 5 styles -- you'll get 8 pads in each style.

Kudos for Work (Orange) Use these clever notes liberally to boost learners' and colleagues' spirits, recognize large or small contributions, and inspire continued effort.
Kudos for Colleagues (Blue) 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.
KUDOS for Growth and Learning (Green) Support a "Growth Mindset" by giving KUDOS when people take a risk, stick with a problem, make great contributions, show improvement, take the time to do things right, and more. 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.
Kudos for Values (Red) Let your teammates or employees know when they are exemplifying your organizational values and mission. Use these clever notes liberally to "Walk the Talk" with employees and colleagues. Recognition for matching or exceeding corporate values and goals will lift their spirits and inspire continued effort.
Kudos for Teams (Gold) Lets teammates share positive thoughts with one another. If you're not on location, at the same time, leave a friendly handwritten note.

Kudos Note Pads -- Set of 40 Pads (25 sheets/pad; Each pad is approx. 4" x 5.5".)

MORE WAYS TO USE KUDOS NOTES!

Kudos notes don't only need to be written by teacheres 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: