Introduction
The idea for this game is for the students to think of three words that are linked to each other or have a common theme. The group stands in a circle. One person starts by going into the middle, acting out an object, and saying what they are, for example: "I'm a tree". A second person joins the other in the middle, acts word that is linked somehow to the first one, and says what they are, for ex: "I'm a treehouse". A third person joins them and acts out a third related word, "I'm a ladder". The third person stays in the middle, continues to act out their object while the other two step out. Then the next threesome begins. The group can either come up with their own words freely or the teacher can give them a specific topic.
Target group and Time
I think this can work with any age group, however I would say grade 5 and up can understand the concept of word associations. The game can be modified for different levels by selecting harder or easier topics. The ideal time is 5 - 10 minutes.
Learning objectives
To associate words together, learn and internalize vocabulary.
Instructions to set up the activity
If you want to work on a specific topic, you could make flashcards with word ideas as scaffolding in case students get stuck.
