Get to Know You Activity: "Find Someone Who . . ."

Purpose: The purpose of this activity is to build relationships and help students get to know each other in a fun and interactive way. By engaging in this activity, students will discover shared interests and unique traits among their classmates, building a sense of community and connection within the classroom.

Materials Needed:

• “Find Someone Who...” sheet with a variety of statements (Use the one provided or the blank template to create one of your own.)
• Pencils, pens, or crayons

Instructions:

1. Introduction: Begin by explaining the purpose of the activity to your students. Let them know that this is a fun way to learn more about their classmates and find out what they have in common with others.
2. Distribute the “Find Someone Who . . .” Sheet: Give a copy of the “Find Someone Who...” worksheet to each student.
3. Explain the Activity: Tell the students that their goal is to walk around the classroom and find classmates who match the statements on their worksheet. When they find someone who meets the criteria for a statement, that person will sign their name in the corresponding box.
4. Activity Guidelines:
   • Encourage students to talk to as many classmates as possible.
   • Each box on the worksheet should have a different name, so students should try to find a different person for each statement.
   • If they complete their sheet early, they can continue to mingle and learn more about their classmates or help others complete their sheets.
5. Wrap-Up: After everyone has had enough time to complete their sheets, gather the class together. Ask students to share some interesting things they learned about their classmates. This is a great opportunity for students to highlight fun facts or common interests that stood out to them.
6. Reflection: Conclude the activity by reflecting on the importance of building relationships and understanding the diverse interests and experiences within the classroom. Emphasize how these connections will help create a supportive and inclusive classroom community throughout the year.

Tips:

• Consider customizing the statements on the worksheet to align with your students’ age group, their interests, or the specific goals you have for your classroom community.
• You can extend the activity by having students pair up with someone whose signature they have on their sheet and ask them to share more about that particular interest or activity.