Remember when… collaborative oracy game

Remember when is a fun, collaborative game to play with students or family alike. I learnt it from a colleague and was reminded of it recently when we delivered Level 2 P4C training.

It involves creating an imaginary shared story together. For example:

A Lego figure paddling along on a leaf, water droplets alongside

Image by Afifahasna W from Pixabay

Student 1: Remember when we went on that boat on the river?

Student 2: Yes! It was such a lovely day – everything was calm at first.

Student 3: Until it suddenly started pouring!

Student 4: And then – if I remember correctly – Suzie accidentally dropped one of the oars!

Student 1: Oh yes! The boat started drifting, and we all panicked a bit!

Student 2: We tried to get those people on the riverbank to help us.

And so on!

They didn’t want to stop! They absolutely loved it. It really helped with their listening. They were hanging on to what each child said. It really got them thinking critically, and to use their imagination and make connections.
— Y5 teacher, about playing 'Remember when...' at her Philosophy Club