Learning and Memory Activity Objective: Girls learn and practice
memorization skills and assess how memorization can be used in
their daily lives. Toward Leadership Outcomes: Through this
activity, girls will: - Gain practical life skills—Girls have
increased confidence in their ability to succeed in math and
science. (Discover) - Seek challenges—Girls develop positive
attitudes toward learning, seek opportunities for expanding
their knowledge and skills, set challenging goals for
themselves, and take appropriate risks. (Discover) - 2 min.
Introduction (Talking Points) - 10-15 min. Freewrite
(Journaling) - 10 min. Memory Game 1 - 20 min. Memory Game 2 -
10-15 min. Reflection/Discussion - Pens or pencils (enough for
each girl) - A tray with 20 unrelated objects covered with a
towel. If needed, you can “improvise” at the meeting, adding
objects from the room or girls and using a jacket to cover
items. - A timer or watch - Read over the entire activity before
meeting with girls. » Introduction (Talking Points) (