Library
Objectives
Share resources and information; enhance team knowledge; get to know each other.
Group Size
Materials
Shelves for storage and display of books.
Set Up
Have people give (electronically or on physical list) suggestions for books that would be of common interest related to the team's tasks and activities. Ask people to donate relevant books they already own. Library organizer can use a set amount of team funds to purchase new or used books. Set up a sign-out system so that names, dates, and titles of check-out are tracked. Establish an electronic or physical method for people to submit reviews.
Directions
Ask people to give suggestions. Remind people periodically of the shared resource.
Debrief
Encourage people to submit reviews/responses to the library books they've read.
Alternatives
See also the Teampedia activities What have you been reading? and Book Group