Lisandra Morales

LEI4724
Activity File 33

Activity Title: Group Rock Paper Scissors

Source: Hohenberger, J. (2003, February 21). Group Rock Paper Scissors. Retrieved November
21, 2015.
Equipment: large area for running.
Description of Activity:
First start this activity by having the group sit in a circle and therapist will ask the participants
who knows how to play rock paper scissors. Ask for a volunteer to visually demonstrate to the
other participant in the group the purpose of the game. After the therapist has demonstrated a
round of paper scissor rock with the participant, ask the group to identify which player "won"
each round to make certain everyone understood. Divide the participants into 2 equal groups and
explain that they will decide a mutual group signal. Then they will return to the middle of the
room and line up across from the opposing team. Make sure that they have a good amount of
space between the opposing participant apart from the people on their sides and they should keep
one step apart from the person in front of them as well. On the count of "rock, paper, scissors"
each team will discreetly flash their signal. Depending on how the encounter with flashing the
signal went, participants must attempt to capture opposing team members using a light tag (only
if they win) or departure to their safe zone (only if they lose). Be sure to review this process
carefully with participants as it can be confusing. The game ends when one of the teams
successfully captures all members of the opposing team.
Leadership Considerations:
This activity works best with a group of 6 or more. The activity obviously works best with a
greater group so when the groups are divided there is still a good amount of participants on each
group. Make sure to provide the exam first so they see how the activity works. If there are some
participants that didnt capture or understand the first time, dont hesitate to show them again for
a second time.
Adaptations:
Participants with Behavioral Disabilities: Individuals with behavioral disorders often have
trouble working together with peers; thus, group activities are thought to have significant
therapeutic value for this population as they require the use of communication. Encourage the
participants to work as a great to be able to win.

Children with Leukemia: Leukemia is cancer of the body's blood-forming tissues, including the
bone marrow and the lymphatic system. Chemotherapy is the main treatment for almost all types
of childhood leukemia. This usually involves prolonged hospitalization periods. The therapist
should be aware of the participants stage. The participant may not feel well or without energy
due to the chemo they might have received.
Adaptation Reference:
Palmers, S. (2015, March 26). Retrieved from http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseasesconditions/leukemia/basics/treatment/con-20024914
Fisher, A. (2007, September 18). Retrieved November 21, 2015, from
http://www.kidsmentalhealth.org/childrens-behavioral-and-emotional-disorders/