Teamwork

Working cooperatively with others towards a shared goal 

This skill initially involves understanding how to work with others in a positive way, behaving  appropriately, being timely and reliable and taking responsibility for completing tasks.  

The next steps focus on making a contribution to a team through group decision making, recognising the value of others' ideas and encouraging others to contribute too. 

Suggested activities to try at home to build the skill of Teamwork: 

For younger children 

Build a puzzle together. Talk about what the puzzle will look like when it is finished. Take it  in turns to add a piece each. Encourage each other and celebrate when you fit the correct  puzzle piece.  

Create a piece of indoor or outdoor art together. This could be a collage, painting or a  junk model. Talk about what you are going to make, then share the jobs between you. Model  how to help each other to achieve the final design. 

For older children 

Cook a meal together. Decide together what you are going to cook, then share jobs out  between you. Talk about the process and celebrate by sharing and eating the final meal  together. 

Organise a family film night. Speak to everyone in your household to get film ideas and  then organise a vote to decide on the winning film.  

For more Skills Challenges to try at home, visit:  

skillsbuilder.org/homezone