Icebreaker Game Template
Icebreaker Game Template with a blank editable TXT worksheet, completed host example and separate participant file. 5–10 minutes; prompt sheet and optional timer.
Players
Pairs or groups of 4–20
Time
5–10 minutes
Materials
Prompt sheet and optional timer
Best for
review, team building, party
Free plain-text files. Open a local copy in a text or document editor, change the fields and print. Keep host answers separate from participant sheets. No account is needed; these files do not create or import a live game.
Use the worksheet and completed example
- The blank worksheet plans six prompts, response options and timings; the completed example is ready for a short pair conversation.
- Use participant prompts for the group and keep facilitation steps on your host copy. Passing and written responses are always welcome.
- No live game, account, voting service or scorekeeper is needed.
Blank worksheet preview
OPTIONAL-CONVERSATION SESSION Group and purpose: __________ Pairing/response options: __________ Pass wording: You can pass or choose another option. Prompt 1: __________ Thinking time: __________ Pair-share time: __________ Prompt 2: __________ Thinking time: __________ Pair-share time: __________ Prompt 3: __________ Thinking time: __________ Pair-share time: __________ Prompt 4: __________ Thinking time: __________ Pair-share time: __________ Prompt 5: __________ Thinking time: __________ Pair-share time: __________ Prompt 6: __________ Thinking time: __________ Pair-share time: __________ Invite volunteers, never require a personal story. Closing question: __________ No points, correct answers or ranking of participants.
Completed host example · keep answers separate
Six-prompt pair conversation HOST GUIDE - facilitation notes A ten-minute, six-prompt pair conversation; no right answers. Offer a spoken, written or paired response and a pass on every prompt. Allow one minute of pair conversation per prompt, then invite two volunteers to share. Do not require personal stories. Use only the first three prompts for a five-minute opener; finish by thanking the group. Scoring: No points or correct answers. Listening and choosing to pass are both welcome. Small choices 1. Would you rather spend a free hour drawing or building something? 2. What everyday object would make a surprisingly good team mascot? 3. Would you choose a mountain view or a sea view for an imaginary meeting room? Shared ideas 4. Invent a friendly name for a two-person quiz team. 5. Would you rather explain a game with a sketch or a short demonstration? 6. Which small change could make the next group activity easier to join?
Participant example · no host answers
Six-prompt pair conversation PARTICIPANT PROMPTS - no correct answers Respond only if you would like to. You may pass or offer another option; there are no correct answers. Small choices 1. Would you rather spend a free hour drawing or building something? 2. What everyday object would make a surprisingly good team mascot? 3. Would you choose a mountain view or a sea view for an imaginary meeting room? Shared ideas 4. Invent a friendly name for a two-person quiz team. 5. Would you rather explain a game with a sketch or a short demonstration? 6. Which small change could make the next group activity easier to join?
FAQ
What files do I get?
Three free plain-text downloads: a blank worksheet, a completed host example and participant material. Open the TXT files in a text or document editor to edit and print.
Does this file create a live game or a slide deck?
No. It is a preparation worksheet, not a PowerPoint file, import format or hosted game room. Choose a compatible game separately and enter material manually where needed.
Can I change the sample?
Yes. Save a local copy, change the prompts or session plan, and update the separate host and participant sheets together. Recheck any facts, points and winning rules you change.
How long does the example take?
Plan around 5–10 minutes, allowing additional time for reading, access needs or discussion. The blank worksheet plans six prompts, response options and timings; the completed example is ready for a short pair conversation.
Do I need an account for the files?
No. The worksheets and completed examples are free to read, download, edit locally and print. A separate live game may have its own account and access requirements.