Group Size: 8–25 participants Duration: 10–15 minutes Materials: Soft ball
Objectives:
- Improve verbal communication skills
- Encourage active participation
- Develop listening and response timing
- Strengthen group engagement
- Support social interaction in dynamic settings
Instructions: Participants stand in a circle. One participant throws the ball to another while asking a question. The receiver answers and continues by passing the ball to someone else with a new question.
Adaptations for Neurodiversity:
- Allow hand-to-hand passing instead of throwing
- Provide thinking time before answering
- Use visual question cards
- Allow skipping a turn without pressure
- Reduce movement intensity if needed
Sensory and Safety Considerations: Medium sensory load due to movement and unpredictability. Can increase stimulation quickly.
Facilitator Notes: Keep questions simple, concrete, and inclusive. Maintain steady rhythm.