Spot the Changes

Materials

• Props such as hats and cloths
• A clock

How to play

1. One model wears props such as a hat or cloth. Others observe for 30 seconds, focusing on prop positions rather than bodily features.
2. While observers turn away, the model changes one thing, such as removing a hat or moving a cloth from the right hand to the left.
3. Turn back on the signal. Point to or describe the change; the model confirms it.
4. Change models until each volunteer has tried. You may change objects on a table instead of someone’s appearance.

Ways to adapt

Preschool children: one obvious change. Younger primary school children: 1–2 changes. Older primary school children: up to 3. Use the tabletop version to avoid having to stand before the group.

Sources and references

• 東京大学 MISAWA コビープレスクール 第2回勉強会 社会的理解のアクティビティ ↗