2.2 Do we work better in teams?

1 Ask ten people this question.

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• • • Key terms bar chart: a graph that looks like a lot of bars put next to each other. Each block in one bar represents one item. Here is an example. Each block represents one person who likes that sport. How many people like each sport? Number of people who like the sport 3 4 5 6 8 First write down the two options in the question: − I like working in a team. − I like working alone. Then ask ten students your question. Make a tick mark next to the option when you get the answer from someone. Next, use your information to fi ll in the bar chart on the I like working in a team. It’s more fun. I like working alone because teams can make a lot of noise. 7 Do you like working in a team or do you like working alone? Sample Pages worksheet. Colour one 2 1 block on the bar chart for 0 each answer you get. Football Swimming Running Sports

2 Look at the pictures and discuss how these teams work together.

• What is each team doing? • What is each person in the team doing? • Are some people doing the same thing? Why? • How does the action of each person make the team work? • Why is teamwork important in these jobs?

3 Try some teamwork. Build a spaghetti tower in teams. Listen carefully to the instructions from your teacher.

You have three minutes. Go! • How well did your team work together? • What could your team have done to work together better? • Did you enjoy working in a team? Give a reason for your answer.

Talking point

• What makes a good team?

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