The Name Game is a fun, low-preparation activity designed to introduce learners to nouns while developing communication, teamwork, listening, turn-taking and creative thinking skills.

Perfect as an icebreaker, starter activity, tutor-time challenge or informal initial assessment, learners work collaboratively against the clock to generate unique answers and score points for originality.

This versatile resource can be used across Secondary, FE, ESOL, SEND and intervention settings, providing valuable opportunities for practitioners to observe group dynamics, literacy skills and learner confidence.

Included in this download:
Teacher guidance and facilitation notes
Category cards featuring 50+ category options
Bonus challenge categories
Printable worksheet template
Scoring system and extension ideas

Assessment Opportunities:
Communication and listening skills
Turn-taking and collaboration
Writing and recording skills
Vocabulary development and noun recognition
Confidence and participation

A highly adaptable resource that can be used again and again with different categories, letters and learner groups.

If you would like an editable version of the resource please email nicola@elasticeducation.co.uk