Heart Shields

I love this
icebreaker activity. If I have a group that could get into some pretty
emotional, big emotions for my little ones, I like to give them a shield to
hide behind. It’s kind of like a security blankie, only not flammable and
allowed at school.

I had someone do
this activity with me at a training and it really did make me feel more
comfortable. I drew my safe spot at home with my husband and two pups. It started our time together on a happy note as I had what I love most fresh on my mind. 

If it works on big people, it’s sure to be a hit with little people.

I ask them to
imagine where they feel the safest, or who they feel the safest with. They then
draw that safety net scene on the back of a paper plate. When they are done, we
hole punch it and loop some string through the holes to create a necklace. We
then put it on and cover/protect our hearts. 

It’s a really cool
activity that not only breaks the ice, but allows you to get to know your
student much better without them even needing to say a word.