tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550Wed, 01 Jan 2025 11:07:03 +0000Game of the Monthkidsteambuildingcharacter developmentdynamixcommunicationtipscooperationteamworkacademic successeducationalfunteam-buildingbuilding relationshipschildrengameparentspositiverecessschoolsteamtorontoFunFridayanti-bullyingbehaviourbullyingcharacterchildren leaderscollaborationconflict resolutiondiabeteseventfun activitieskid presidentleadershiprespectsafetyskillsstudentssummerteam building activitiesteammatestrust#thekidsneedtoknowCharityChuck the ChickenDynamix AdeventuresGraduatesGraduationMax and Beatrice Wolfe Children's CentreTeambuilding DIYThe Unicorn Galaactionadventureadventure for kidsbean bagbookboycampcamp daychild leaderchoicecommunityconsistencycreative snowmencyberbullyingdedicationdevelopmentdonationeffective communicationelementaryempathyemploymentexcellencefacebookfireworksfollow the leaderfrozen bean baggermsgiftgoaloshelping othershigh schoolholidayindependenceinterpersonal skillsjobslaunchlife skillsmake a wishmcdonaldsmchappymemoriesmodelmodellingmoralnegative behaviournegotiationsnewyearsnewyearsresolutionsnoiseobstaclesontario placeovercomingparentingpositive behaviourrelationshiprelationshipsresponsibilitiesself disclosuresnowmansocial mediasocial skillssuccesssuccess.summer activities for kidssummer campsunsuperheroswine fluteachersthank youthankfulthanksgivingtim horton'storonto city stiketoronto zootransitionvaluesvictoria daywhat to dowinterwonderlandDynamix is the Leader for Teambuilding and Character Development workshops for kids, teens and all professionals in the youth sector.http://blog.getdynamix.com/noreply@blogger.com (Corey)Blogger144125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-4462274471154612342Sat, 01 Nov 2014 04:00:00 +00002014-11-01T00:00:02.804-04:00 Materials: 1 small item that fits in the palm of your hand Cones (4 or more) Setup: Use the cones to set up a goal line for each team. Split your group into two teams and have them start by standing on their goal line. Goal: To be the team to get the most Bamboozle Touchdowns. How to Play: Each team will stand at opposing end lines to start the game. http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/11/diy-dynamix-bamboozle-em.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-6174152383428267979Wed, 01 Oct 2014 04:00:00 +00002014-10-01T00:00:11.290-04:00 Materials: None Setup: Have everyone stand in a big circle, arms-length apart. They should not be holding hands from the start, but they should be at a distance at which it is possible to do so. Goal: For the Chaser to tag the Escaper or the Escaper to close all hands in the circle. How to Play: Choose one player to stand inside the circle. This http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/10/diy-dynamix-circle-tag.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-8420613224370415403Mon, 01 Sep 2014 04:00:00 +00002014-09-01T00:00:04.401-04:00 Materials: None Setup: Start with everyone in a circle. Pick 2 - 4 different animals and whisper one animal in the ear of each participant. Goal: To find everyone with the same animal that you are assigned. How to Play: On “Go!”, each player has to find ALL the players who were assigned the same animal as him/her. The catch is that you are http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/09/diy-dynamix-hog-call.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-164361402265397467Fri, 01 Aug 2014 17:36:00 +00002014-08-01T13:36:00.135-04:00 Before summer winds down this August, get your sport on! Get some teams together this month and get sporty. Try a game of volleyball on the beach, or soccer at a local field.  Share your experience with us on Facebook or in the comments below. Check back next month for another great challenge! http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/08/august-monthly-challenge.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-757660425284642073Fri, 01 Aug 2014 04:00:00 +00002014-08-01T00:00:04.031-04:00 Materials: Newspaper Tape Setup: Divide group into teams of at least 3 people. Give each team the same amount of newspaper and tape. Goal: To build a shelter that stays up when the leader blows on it. How to Play: Each team has to build a structure within the given time limit. Rules: The structure must stay standing when it’s blown on by the http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/08/diy-dynamix-three-little-pigs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-4796381815518364817Wed, 23 Jul 2014 17:55:00 +00002014-07-23T16:18:33.349-04:00communicationeffective communicationnoiseobstaclesovercomingrelationshipskillssuccessteammatestipstrust Effective Communication in Teams: Some Tips! Overcoming Obstacles to Communication Written By Shea Wood, M.A., CCC             When there is a communication breakdown in a team, people often have a hard time identifying what went wrong. What contributed to the miscommunication? How can we overcome these obstacles so that we can improve http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/07/effective-communication-in-teams.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-2927212782296865643Tue, 01 Jul 2014 13:00:00 +00002014-07-01T09:00:09.631-04:00 Materials: 1 Balloon per team (or Water Balloons) Marker Setup: Create teams of 6 - 8 players. Each team gets a balloon and a marker. Goal: To keep the balloon in the air, while following a set of rules. How to Play: Each team gets a balloon that they need to keep up in the air by following a set of rules. If the balloon falls, the team has to carefully http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/07/diy-dynamix-dont-let-it-drop.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-1377707050488425535Tue, 01 Jul 2014 04:00:00 +00002014-07-01T00:00:08.618-04:00 This July, we challenge you to get unplugged! Join in on the fun and be sure to share your experiences with us on Facebook or in the comments below. Check back next month for another great challenge! http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/07/july-monthly-challenge.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-8175815817271184032Mon, 16 Jun 2014 14:22:00 +00002014-06-16T10:22:09.040-04:00#thekidsneedtoknowchildren leaderscollaborationkid president Check out this video and meet Kid President. The Kid President project was created by Robby and his Uncle Brad because they believe kids can change the world, and so can grown ups - but it takes all of us working together. In this video, Robby (Kid President) shares what he believes kids need to know, and asks for others to share what #thekidsneedtoknow.  Below are the pictures http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/06/thekidsneedtoknow.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-3761932544718330853Mon, 02 Jun 2014 15:19:00 +00002014-06-02T11:19:20.350-04:00 Bring TeamPlay to your TORONTO/GTA summer camp, childcare or youth program.  Call today to guarantee your date and program. Visits as low as $6.50 per child! Great new sessions for Kinders, School Age, Tweens and Teens! Call 647-477-7615 to find out how to bring action-packed teambuilding to your location this summer. http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/06/summerdates.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-6616273010232661752Mon, 02 Jun 2014 13:00:00 +00002014-06-02T09:00:00.849-04:00 Materials: Bingo Card and Action Cards (click below for PDF attachments) Click here for Bingo Card  Click here for Action Cards with Water Balloons or Action Cards without Water Balloons 1 marker per team 1 hula hoop per team 1 ball per team (replaced with a bucket of water balloons in the summer) Setup: Divide group into teams of at least 5. Print out one Bingo http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/06/diy-dynamix-team-bingo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-4169115517405047171Sun, 01 Jun 2014 14:46:00 +00002014-06-01T10:46:00.315-04:00 The Dynamix team will now be providing a new challenge each month for your class, family or team.This June, we challenge you to get outside! It’s raining? That’s okay - spend two hours outside tomorrow or, better yet, throw on your rain gear and get out there! Join in on the fun and be sure to share your experiences with us in the comments below or on Facebook. Check back next month forhttp://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/06/june-monthly-challenge.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-927121942580088410Mon, 12 May 2014 13:00:00 +00002014-05-12T09:00:03.822-04:00bean bagcooperationfrozen bean bagGame of the Monthhelping othersteam building activities Activity Name: Frozen Beanbag Materials: 1 Beanbag per participant Setup: Give each player a beanbag to place on their shoulder, and have them choose a spot to stand Goal: For all players to circulate around the room without dropping his or her own beanbag How to play: Players keep the beanbag on their shoulder and circulate around the room. If a player drops the beanbag they need to http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/05/do-it-yourself-teambuilding-frozen-bean.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-3381782249011670534Wed, 07 May 2014 13:30:00 +00002014-05-07T09:30:02.454-04:00GraduatesGraduationindependencelife skillsteambuilding Graduation is a huge milestone. Leaving high school behind means breaking out of the imposed structure of one’s teenage years and forming one’s own life as a young adult. This is indeed an exciting time of liberation and self-reliance. However, cherishing this newfound independence too much may become a hindrance to future success. This lesson was illustrated beautifully by some grade four http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/05/advice-to-graduates-when-in-doubt-ask.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-6103860380887805310Tue, 06 May 2014 21:21:00 +00002014-05-06T17:21:06.114-04:00 “The Spirit Challenge [Assembly] which Dynamix delivered at our school was wonderful.  It was high energy and FUN (which the kids loved) and provided positive messaging (which the teachers and the admin team loved).  This is a great program for anyone who is interested in promoting the concepts of Respect, Cooperation and/or Team Spirit to a large group.  I highly recommend it!” http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/05/another-happy-group-great-feedback-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-6484401386902321889Mon, 14 Apr 2014 13:00:00 +00002014-04-16T11:13:19.705-04:00Chuck the ChickenGame of the Monthteam building activitiesteambuilding Activity Name: Chuck the chicken Materials: Rubber chicken Goal: To get as many points for your team. How to play: Split your group into two teams with designated starting spots. Give team A the chicken. Team A launches the chicken as far as they can. Team B runs to the chicken and makes a straight line in front of it. The first player in Team B’s line picks up the chicken and passes it http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/04/do-it-yourself-teambuilding-chuck.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-4637959288581563673Wed, 26 Mar 2014 13:30:00 +00002014-03-26T09:30:03.492-04:00character developmentconflict resolutionrespect As Corey has mentioned, conversations about respect can be complicated. We want our children to be respectful and considerate of others, but not because we have bribed, begged, or punished them. Teaching children, especially young ones, the value of respect is difficult. My advice is to tackle this subject through an open discussion in which the class decides together why respect is importanthttp://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/03/a-guide-for-discussing-respect-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-7999218386894969064Mon, 10 Mar 2014 15:35:00 +00002014-03-11T14:39:03.321-04:00Dynamix Adeventuresfollow the leaderGame of the Monthteam-buildingTeambuilding DIY Activity Name: Follow the Leader Materials:  No materials needed Goal: To have all participants follow their chosen leader. How to play: You can play this game anywhere -at home or in the classroom. Have your group stand in a circle. Everyone comes up with an action in their mind. This action has to be simple and easy to copy (like jumping up and down). Next, each personhttp://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/03/do-it-yourself-teambuilding-follow.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-3537020929108001465Sat, 08 Mar 2014 14:00:00 +00002014-03-08T09:00:02.221-05:00 At Dynamix, we celebrate women of all ages every day! Our team of truly great young women are out there in schools and daycares and youth groups every day, inspiring younger girls to be work together collaboratively, creatively and compassionately to help their communities! And every day, we meet great women educators and youth leaders who have a full-time commitment to the boys and girls in http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/03/happy-international-womens-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-7499642305815095207Wed, 05 Mar 2014 17:42:00 +00002014-03-05T12:42:00.569-05:00building relationshipscharacter developmentcommunicationteamteam-building In order to work cooperatively and successfully as a team, we must develop the skills to communicate effectively. While my previous article focused on tips for sending messages, this article will describe some helpful tips for receiving messages. Receiving a message skillfully is just as important as sending a message, and the way we listen and respond to a message sent by a team member can havehttp://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/03/effective-communication-in-teams.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-1428671275624410886Wed, 26 Feb 2014 14:40:00 +00002014-02-26T09:40:00.182-05:00adventureadventure for kidscampfunfun activitiessummersummer activities for kidssummer camp Although it seems like this winter will never end, summer camp registration is right around the corner. Camp offers unique opportunities for learning and growth that go beyond what is available to kids at school. Whether it is overnight, day, or a specialty camp, here are five reasons you should sign your child up! 1. An ACTIVE Summer During the school year, kids spend most of their days http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/02/five-reasons-to-send-your-kid-to-camp.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-2031716904327578144Mon, 24 Feb 2014 22:18:00 +00002014-04-09T16:11:31.437-04:00Game of the Monthteam-building Activity Name: Double Trouble Materials: Foam dodge balls, Pinnies (optional) Setup: Have everyone stand in a big circle. Goal: First team to pass the ball around the circle to each of their teammates back to the first person. How to play:Make a big circle with everyone. Make two teams in the circle. (Every other person in the circle is one team) pass a ball to the first person in http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/02/do-it-yourself-teambuilding-double.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-603275699963714597Wed, 19 Feb 2014 17:30:00 +00002014-02-19T12:30:01.939-05:00academic successbuilding relationshipscommunicationteamteamwork Our daily lives are filled with one communication experience after the next. Communication between ourselves and those around us is constantly occurring as we exchange messages to achieve an understanding of other people’s thoughts and experiences. Effective communication is essential when working in teams, and developing the skills required to achieve mutual understanding within a team through http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/02/effective-communication-in-teams.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-3842591067168130433Wed, 15 Jan 2014 14:50:00 +00002014-01-15T09:50:18.543-05:00Game of the Month Activity Name: Lily Pads Materials: Hula Hoops (1 per person) Setup: Start by scattering 1 hula hoop per person around your entire playing area.  A 25’ by 25’ room is great, but this game can be played in different sized spaces. Goal: To get everyone safely on a Lily Pad (in a hula hoop), even as Lily Pads disappear! How to play: Call out different ways for the group to move about http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/01/do-it-yourself-teambuilding-lily-pads.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3268426641373579550.post-3216432829081565009Wed, 15 Jan 2014 14:00:00 +00002014-03-03T13:10:30.588-05:00child leaderchildren leaderskid presidentkidsleadershipresponsibilities We often think of leaders as naturally assertive and charismatic people. We envision Presidents, Generals, and CEOs as born leaders, destined to be in charge. By cultivating the myth that leaders are born, not made, our kids develop a narrow impression of who can be a leader in their own world. Perhaps it is the person who speaks the loudest or the one with a Captain’s “C” on their jersey. http://blog.getdynamix.com/2014/01/learning-to-lead-practicing-leadership.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0