Team Challenges & Problem Solving Games
Team Challenges & Problem Solving Games
10+ Low-Cost Activities for Teamwork and Communication
Looking to boost teamwork, communication, and group problem-solving in your camp, afterschool, or youth program? This brand-new guide features 10+ engaging activities designed specifically for staff aged 16–23 working with youth ages 8–13.
Each game is low-cost and built for easy setup using supplies commonly found at camp (think hula hoops, cones, string, and imagination!). Whether you're training staff or looking to add fresh, purposeful programming to your schedule, this resource delivers practical, high-impact results.
✅ What’s Inside:
Detailed instructions for each activity
Built-in staff tips to support facilitation
Post-game reflection questions
A never-before-seen original game: The Spiral Escape
Games that support leadership growth, camper bonding, and skill-building
🎯 Perfect for:
Camp Counselors/ Youth Leaders/ CIT & LIT Programs/ Staff Training Toolkits/ Empower your staff to lead with confidence while keeping the group active, thinking, and having fun!
🔒 Licensed for single-organization use
Disclaimer: All Youth Development Pro training resources are intended for educational use by youth development professionals, educators, and program leaders. These guides are designed to support staff in navigating activities, behaviors, and sensitive conversations with young people in camps, afterschool programs, schools, and similar group settings.
While these materials include strategies for building social-emotional skills and team engagement, they are not a substitute for legal advice, mental health diagnosis, or therapeutic intervention. Facilitators should always follow their organization's policies, consult with supervisors as needed, and escalate any concerns requiring immediate attention to the appropriate authority.
Adult supervision is required for all activities involving children. Adapt all content based on the age, needs, and safety of your participants. Youth Development Pro and its affiliates are not responsible for how materials are interpreted or implemented in individual settings.
Always prioritize the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of both participants and staff.