Magic Lamp

Materials Needed:     Flip Chart or Construction Paper

                                       Markers

Time:  10-15 minutes

Activity Steps:

1. Divide groups into 3-5 people.

2. Give the following instruction:  "You and your group have just uncovered a genie's lamp.  You rub it and surprise!  A genie appears.  The genie states that he will grant three wishes, but you all have to agree on these wishes...there is no dividing the wishes to be individual wishes.

3. Brainstorm a list of about 10 wishes your group would like to make.

4. Narrow this list down to the three that you are allowed.  Provide reasons for these to be your final choices.

5. Share with the whole group.