Show and Tell
Share an object that tells a story - bringing childhood nostalgia and personal connection to the team.
10-30 min
3-20 people
low
None needed
About This Game
Show and Tell brings the classic childhood activity to adult teams. Participants share a meaningful object and its story, creating personal connections through tangible items.
Objectives
- Share personal stories in accessible way
- Learn about teammates beyond work
- Practice storytelling skills
- Create memorable connections
How to Run This Game
Facilitator Script:
"Remember Show and Tell from school? Everyone grab an object nearby that has a story. You'll have 2 minutes to share: what it is and why it matters to you."
Actions:
- Explain the format
- Give examples
- Allow 2-3 minutes to find object
Tips:
- • Suggest: favorite mug, photo, souvenir, book, tool
- • For virtual: grab from desk/home
Facilitator Script:
"Who wants to go first? Show your object, tell us what it is and its story. We have 2 minutes per person."
Actions:
- Facilitate volunteers or go in order
- Keep time per person
- Ask one follow-up question each
Tips:
- • Model by going first
- • Keep atmosphere supportive
- • Allow natural questions
Facilitator Script:
"What object or story will you remember? What surprised you?"
Actions:
- Invite brief reflections
- Note common themes
- Thank everyone for sharing
Tips:
- • Highlight connections found
- • This builds psychological safety over time
Facilitator Tips
- Works great virtually - people love showing home items
- Variation: themed objects (childhood favorite, recent purchase, handmade)
- Can be async: record videos for team channel
Common Challenges & Solutions
Variations & Adaptations
Show something from childhood or that represents childhood
Show and explain a recent purchase
teams have used this game