Session 6:
Session 6 focused on following directions. This session was very hands on and forced the volunteers to think a little bit. First, the volunteers were asked to make a cube out of a blank piece of paper with no directions. The volunteers seemed to ponder ideas for a few minutes, but it didn't take long for them to realize it would be a lot easier with directions. The volunteers were then split into two groups and asked to follow the directions to make cubes, which would then be turned into a pyramid of characteristics for following directions.
Session 7:
Session 7 was all about problem solving. The volunteers had a blast with problem solving with their peers. They were put to the test all over camp with challenges such as puzzles, the human knot, and even trying to get a hula hoop all the way around the circle. The volunteers learned a few important ideas for problem solving including: building and testing ideas, selecting the best idea, not giving up, evaluating the results, exploring information and creating ideas, and identifying the problem. Unfortunately we forget to take photos due to all the excitement and movement.
Session 8:
Session 8 looked at the volunteers strengths and weaknesses. We put the volunteers to the test by having them look at themselves and discover some of their own strengths and weaknesses. Sometimes admitting that we have weaknesses can be a challenge, but this was something that we worked through; eventually leading us to see that we all have something we can improve at. The volunteers played a game of sorts that helped them come up with two strengths and one weakness that they could keep improving on. As a refresher to last weeks session, the volunteers were given one more challenge with their team. This challenged the teams to see who could build the highest marshmallow tower in 8 minutes. This was a fun and exciting recall the information we learned last week and enjoy a snack.
Session 9:
During session 9, the volunteers took a bit into constructive criticism. Volunteers constructed a hamburger to help them remember ways to give constructive criticism. The bottom bun was a visual representation of the positive comment that should be given first. The meat of the burger was the constructive criticism that was given. Topping it all off was the top bun providing a positive note for all to end on. A special thanks to the Bradley staff from the Smith Career Center that came to visit and enjoyed not only building a constructive criticism burger, but also the hay rack ride at camp!
By: Megan LaPage
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