Arctic Survival Activity (For Team-Building, Group Dynamics, and Personality)

The Arctic Survival Activity is a 15-page cooperative learning resource that allows students to work in groups and weigh survival options after a hypothetical plane crash in the arctic. Learners must reach consensus on difficult decisions about scarce supplies and resources. This activity builds classroom culture as groups navigate team dynamics. It includes PowerPoint slides to facilitate the activity, a printable student worksheet for ranking arctic survival items (Google Classroom compatible), and an answer key with explanations. As students debate and problem-solve, the activity enables discussions about group dynamics, leadership, communication styles, psychology, and more. Students love this engaging crash scenario that stretches their teamwork skills and tests their survival know-how against experts.