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Agree or Disagree

Call out a statement, students walk to 'agree' or 'disagree' sides of the room. Makes opinions visible and helps shy students speak up when they see others on their side.

classroom teens movement opinions discussion engaging low-prep

Group Size:

10-30 people

Duration:

10-15 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

How to Play:

Agree or Disagree - How to Play
  1. 1

    Set up two signs in your room - one says 'Agree' and one says 'Disagree'. You can use tape to mark a middle spot too

  2. 2

    Have all students stand in the middle of the room

  3. 3

    Read a statement out loud. Students walk to the side that matches their opinion

  4. 4

    Pick a few students from each side to explain their thinking. Your job is to listen, not talk

  5. 5

    Move on to the next statement. Do 3-5 statements total

Agree or Disagree

A simple movement game that gets students out of their seats and thinking. Read a statement, students pick a side, and then the real magic happens - they have to explain why they chose it.

No prep needed except two signs. Works great for building classroom community and showing students that disagreement can be respectful.

Best For:

Classroom icebreakers, exploring different perspectives, getting students comfortable sharing opinions, movement breaks

Pro Tips

  • Start with fun, low-stakes statements (like 'Pizza is okay for breakfast') to build trust

  • Mix in serious statements later to explore values and deeper thinking

  • Don't do more than 5 questions - keep the energy high and stop while it's still fun

  • You're the facilitator, not the debater. Let students do all the talking

  • If someone stands in the middle, that's okay - acknowledge that some issues are complex

Variations

  • Add a 'Strongly Agree' and 'Strongly Disagree' option for more nuance

  • Silent version: Students move but don't speak. Read the 'body language' of the room

  • Small groups: Instead of picking individuals, have each side huddle and send one spokesperson

  • Write it out: Students write their reasons on sticky notes before discussing

FAQ

What if all students choose the same side?
This is valuable data. Ask why everyone agrees and explore if anyone had doubts before choosing.
How do I handle controversial topics?
Start with fun, low-stakes statements to build trust before introducing more serious topics. Emphasize respect for all opinions.
What if someone refuses to choose a side?
Allow a middle position for complex issues. Acknowledge that nuance is important and some topics don't have clear answers.

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