Meet and Greet Thumball

Thumball is a soft stuffed ball to throw, roll, or pass in a circle or randomly. Catch it! Look under your thumb. Respond to the prompt. Kids absolutely love this interactive tool that will get them talking and sharing. Without even knowing it, you will be encouraging the use of interpersonal skills including taking turns, eye contact, listening, responding, valuing similarities and respecting individual differences. There are 32 panels for each 4″-6″ stuffed poly-cotton ball.

Players toss the ball and respond to the panel under their thumb. Share ideas, experiences and personal preferences. Allows discovery of similarities and differences and genuine interest in others lives. Builds collaborative and inter-personal skills.

Sample panels:

• Name of your best teacher
• A book you have always wanted to read
• Valuable traits in a co-worker