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The Encyclopedia of Group Activities, Loose-Leaf Package: 150 Practical Designs for Successful Facilitating

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This book is a treasure trove of activities suitable for many types of group. It is divided by tabs into Values Clarification, Personal Awareness, Group Process, Feedback, Communication, and a miscellaneous section (which touches on conflict & resolution, leadership styles, and more).

The activities are clearly defined, rich in possibilities as written, and easy to modify for the leader's individual purposes in a given group. Dyad activities, group discussion, personal reflection are all included. Some use props (photos, movies, quotes) and others require no materials. The activities are diverse and multi-faceted.

Although the group leader will need to exercise judgment about which activities are appropriate for a given group, Pfeiffer offers suggestions about type and level of the group in a section labeled "group size." More than half of the activities are designed for groups where members already know each other and/or have been working together for some time. Some activities could easily be used in any group type; others are specifically suited to work situations or personal growth groups. Large and small group activities are included.

If you are a leader seeking icebreakers for new groups, this would not be your ideal book, although some activities could be adapted to serve as icebreakers.

Overall this book is thorough, well organized, and well worth the investment as a source of activities and ideas.