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Problem-solving

Tangram Race

Teams form shapes from seven paper pieces against the clock.

Time
15 min
Group
4–40 people
Format
In-office
Energy
Calm
Budget
Free
Materials
Paper tangram sets, shape cards

How to run it

  1. 1
    Give each team a 7-piece tangram set.
  2. 2
    Show a target silhouette, such as a cat or boat.
  3. 3
    Teams build it using all 7 pieces.
  4. 4
    Play 4 rounds of rising difficulty.

Variations

  • One person builds, the others can only point.
  • Design a shape for another team.

Host tips

Print sets on card for reuse.
Start with a square to show the pieces fit.